Special Education Paraprofessional at Mountain View Academy

National Heritage Academies; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Mountain View Academy in Colorado Springs is seeking a Title I paraprofessional to support students in grades K-8 under the guidance of the special education team. You will provide instructional and behavioral assistance, help implement IEP/504-based plans, and collaborate with teachers to promote positive student outcomes.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, behavior support, and strong teamwork within a community focused on safe, inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their IEP and/or 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team.
• 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.

Skills

De-escalation

Behavior support

IEP/504 collaboration

Education

Title I paraprofessional requirements

Job description

School Information

Located in Colorado Springs, CO, Mountain View Academy opened in 2020 and serves students K-8. At Mountain View, you can connect passion with purpose.

Job Description

Why Choose Mountain View Academy

• Academically outperforms the local districts.
• Personalized development and support through mentor teachers and dean model.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
• A culture that values support, transparency, respect, and recognition.
• High parent and community involvement.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.

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.

$18.50 to $18.50 will be the pay range and is commensurate with experience, education, and market as defined by NHA. The pay range listed is just one component of NHA's total compensation package.

• NHA provides excellent benefits for benefit eligible positions; to include medical, dental, vision, prescription, supplemental accident, and critical illness, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and disability, retirement savings (401K), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.