Special Education Paraprofessional at Advantage Charter Academy

ABBS; Baker (LA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-ranked school in Baker

Professional development opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Leadership opportunities for staff

Job summary

Advantage Charter Academy in Baker, LA is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional. This full-time role (35 hours per week) supports students with IEPs and 504 plans in 1:1 or small-group settings.

The position emphasizes instructional and behavioral support, collaboration with the special education team, and participation in required trainings and meetings to ensure student success. Founded to empower diverse learners, the school offers a vibrant culture and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modification, preferred.
• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing instructional and behavioral support per IEP/504 plans in 1:1 or small-group settings.
• Support the whole student—academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement curriculum and instruction designed to meet diverse needs.
• Attend professional development trainings and IEP meetings as required.
• Assist with compliance documentation.

Skills

IEP/504 support

Behavior management

Navigate educational technology

Education

Title I paraprofessional eligibility

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional at Advantage Charter Academy

Baker, LA, United States

Job Description

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

School Information

Located in Baker, LA, Advantage Charter Academy opened in 2014 and serves 600+ K-8 students every year. At Advantage, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Advantage Charter Academy

To learn more about Advantage Charter Academy click here.

Benefits

• B-rated school, ranked as the top school in Baker.
• Vibrant school culture fostering positivity and inclusivity.
• Personalized coaching support tailored for individual growth.
• Abundance of leadership opportunities for students and staff alike.
• Enthusiastic scholars eager to engage in learning.
• Continuous professional development opportunities both within and outside the school premises.
• Proud recipient of various awards including Family Favorite Charter, Staff Satisfaction, Safety, Parent Recognition, and Chambers of Commerce accolades.

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.

Core Values

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

National Heritage Academies is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 65166
• Job Category Instructional Paras
• Posting Date 07/21/2026, 03:28 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 14740 Plank Rd, Baker, LA, 70714, US