Special Education Paraprofessional: Make a Real Impact

Marquette Montessori Academy; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette Montessori Academy in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with special needs under teacher supervision.

The role involves monitoring students, assisting instruction, implementing BIPs, and recording data. Requirements include a Para-Pro exam or 60 college credits and a high school diploma. Applicants should be able to lift students and participate in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Pass Para-Pro examination or have 60 hours of college credit.
• High school diploma required.
• Experience with children or students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor students during arrival, lunch, recess and dismissal times.
• Assist in classroom instruction under the direction of the general education and special education teacher.
• Implement Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) as written in the IEP.
• Assist students in following classroom schedule.
• Record and summarize data as directed by the special education teacher.
• Maintain daily communication with special education teacher.
• Assist in modifying work according to individual student IEP.
• Provide individualized services to aid inclusionary services.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Team collaboration

Data recording

Instructional support

Student-focused approach

Education

Para-Pro exam or 60 college credits

High school diploma

Job description

Marquette Montessori Academy in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with special needs under teacher supervision.

The role involves monitoring students, assisting instruction, implementing BIPs, and recording data. Requirements include a Para-Pro exam or 60 college credits and a high school diploma. Applicants should be able to lift students and participate in ongoing training.