Special Education Paraprofessional and Recess Aide at Detroit Merit Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Detroit (MI); In loco; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

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Detroit Merit Charter Academy in Detroit, MI, seeks a Title I paraprofessional to support students with diverse needs under the supervision of a licensed teacher. Responsibilities include implementing IEP/504 plans, assisting in classrooms, and promoting a safe, engaging learning environment.

Starting pay is above market scales with competitive benefits. The role emphasizes 1:1 or small-group support, behavioral guidance, and collaboration with parents and staff to help every student succeed.

Competenze

• Meets state requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and behavioral modifications preferred.
• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Mansioni

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance per IEP/504 plans.
• Support the whole student academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction tailored to student needs resulting from disability (resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services).
• Attend professional development, trainings and IEP meetings with the special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Conoscenze

De-escalation

IEP familiarity

Behavior support

Communication skills

Formazione

State requirements for Title I paraprofessional

Descrizione del lavoro

School Information:

Located in Detroit, MI, Detroit Merit Charter Academy opened in 2003 and serves 700+ K-8 students every year. At Detroit Merit, you can connect purpose with passion.

To learn more about Detroit Merit Charter Academy click here .

Why Choose Detroit Merit Charter Academy:

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
• Supported by an experienced leadership team.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
• We make all decisions based on three core values: high expectations, effort, and fostering a caring community.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
• One of Detroit's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team. Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as, resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.
• Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Qualifications:

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Click here for the state requirements.
• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.
• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Please click here to find out more about our core values.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.