Special Education Paraprofessional at Knapp Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Knapp Charter Academy, part of National Heritage Academies, seeks a Title I paraprofessional to support students in grades Young5-8 at our Grand Rapids campus. You will assist with instructional and behavioral needs per IEP/504 plans, in 1:1 or small-group settings, helping students grow academically, morally, and socially.

Responsibilities include implementing tailored instruction, attending IEP meetings, and ensuring compliance documentation. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance per IEP/504 plans.
• Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.
• Educate the whole student academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement curriculum designed to meet individual needs arising from disabilities.
• Attend professional development and IEP meetings with the team and parents.

Skills

De-escalation

IEP/504 knowledge

Behavior support

Technical systems

Education

Title I Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

School Information

Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Knapp Charter Academy opened in 1997 and serving students Young5-8. At Knapp Charter Academy, you can connect passion with purpose.

Job Description

School Information

Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Knapp Charter Academy opened in 1997 and serving students Young5-8. At Knapp Charter Academy, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Knapp Charter Academy

• Outperformed local district for 13 years.
• Personalized support from Deans and Instructional Coach.
• All-inclusive materials for seamless teaching.
• Opportunities for growth and mentorship.
• Wrap-around services for student well-being.
• Strong support from leadership and behavioral specialists.
• Mentor training for successful integration.

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.

• 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.