Special Education Paraprofessional at Paramount Charter Academy

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Kalamazoo seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. This role involves assessing abilities, providing tailored instruction, and participating in professional development to ensure effective educational support. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

High parental satisfaction

Access to advanced instructional tools

Support from experienced leadership

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance.
• Support the whole student academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement curriculum tailored to students' needs.

Skills

Ability to defuse situations

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities

Understanding technical systems

Education

State requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional at Paramount Charter Academy

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School Information:

Located in Kalamazoo, MI, Paramount Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students from Young 5 through 8th grade. At Paramount, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Paramount Charter Academy, click here.

Job Description

Paraprofessional (35 hours per week)

Why Choose Paramount Charter Academy:

• High parental satisfaction
• Utilizes the Dean support model
• Supported by an experienced leadership team
• Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS)
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras

Responsibilities:

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance in accordance with their IEP and/or 504-behavior plan, support can be 1:1 or in small groups
• Support the whole student academically, morally, and socially
• Implement curriculum and instruction tailored to students' needs based on their disabilities, including resource room, inclusion, or pullout services
• Participate in professional development, specialized trainings, and IEP meetings with the team and parents
• Assist with 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
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and behavior modifications is preferred
• Aptitude for understanding and navigating technical systems

National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.