SPED Paraprofessional — Shape Student Growth in K-8

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

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market pay

Affordable benefits

Best-in-class curriculum tools

Safe learning environment

Great team

Development and coaching

Dean support model

Job summary

Detroit Enterprise Academy in Detroit, MI is seeking a dedicated Title 1 paraprofessional to support instruction and student success. The role emphasizes assisting diverse learners under the supervision of licensed staff, with emphasis on behavior and academic support.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, help implement IEP/504 accommodations, monitor progress, and contribute to a safe, inclusive classroom that fosters growth for every student.

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.

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

Disability support experience

Technical systems navigation

Education

Title 1 paraprofessional requirement

Job description

Detroit Enterprise Academy in Detroit, MI is seeking a dedicated Title 1 paraprofessional to support instruction and student success. The role emphasizes assisting diverse learners under the supervision of licensed staff, with emphasis on behavior and academic support.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, help implement IEP/504 accommodations, monitor progress, and contribute to a safe, inclusive classroom that fosters growth for every student.