Special Education Paraprofessional at Metro Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Charter Academy in Romulus, MI is seeking a full-time Title 1 paraprofessional to support students with IEP/504 plans. The role involves 35 hours per week, with 1:1 or small-group assistance and collaboration with the special education team.

You will implement result-driven curriculum, participate in professional development and IEP meetings, and assist with required compliance documentation. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must meet state Title 1 paraprofessional requirements.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance per IEP/504 plans.
• Support inclusive and small-group instruction.
• Implement curriculum designed to meet diverse student needs.
• Attend professional development, trainings, and IEP meetings.
• Assist with required compliance documentation.

Skills

De-escalation

Disability support

Tech literacy

Education

Title 1 paraprofessional requirements

Job description

Job Description

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

School Information

Located in Romulus, MI, Metro Charter Academy opened in 2000 and serves students K-8. At Metro, you can connect passion with purpose.

To learn more about Metro Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Metro Charter Academy

• Outperformed the district on the state test for 14 years.
• Starting pay above market rates.
• Competitive benefits.
• Recognized as a Metro Detroit Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.
• Best in class curriculum, instruction tools, & resources.
• Personalized development and coaching.

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.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.