Special Education Paraprofessional at Aspire Charter Academy

Oracle; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Charter Academy in Gary, IN seeks a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to provide instructional and behavioral support tailored to students' individual education plans. The role involves assessing abilities and implementing specialized curriculum aimed at meeting diverse needs.

Candidates must fulfill state requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional and preferably possess experience working with individuals with disabilities. Aspire values a safe learning environment and offers full-time positions with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance.
• Implement result-driven curriculum designed for students with disabilities.
• Attend professional development and IEP meetings as required.

Skills

Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities

Aptitude to understand technical systems

Education

State requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional at Aspire Charter Academy

Gary, IN, United States

Job Description

School Information: Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students each year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose.

Starting pay above traditional public schools’ market scales.

Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests.

Access to a best‑in‑class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.

Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team.

Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

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 the 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.

National Heritage Academies is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 64312
• Job Category Instructional Paras
• Posting Date 05/15/2026, 03:01 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 4900 W 15th Ave, Gary, IN, 46406, US