Special Education Paraprofessional at Paramount Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

National Heritage Academies in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a full-time Title 1 paraprofessional to provide educational support for students aged 5-8. The role includes assessing abilities, implementing customized curriculum, and attending IEP meetings.

The ideal candidate must meet state requirements, have experience with disabilities, and be able to navigate technical systems effectively. Join us in committing to the holistic education of our students.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance in accordance with their IEPs.
• Educate students academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of each student.
• Attend professional development and IEP meetings as required.
• Assist with compliance documentation.

Skills

Ability to defuse situations

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities

Technical systems navigation

Education

State requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional

Job description

Job Description

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

Paramount Charter Academy, established in 1998, is located in Kalamazoo, MI, and serves students aged 5-8.

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, providing support 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 their 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.