About this opportunity
NHA PLLC lists this Special Education Paraprofessional at Aspire Charter Academy opportunity in gary, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Aspire Academy Paraprofessional
Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose.
Why Choose Aspire Academy:
Starting pay above traditional public schools' market scales.
Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests.
Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team.
Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.
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. Click here for the state requirements.
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.
Worksite address
gary, IN, 46401, US
Who can apply
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