Special Education Paraprofessional and Bus Liaison at Willow Charter Academy

This position includes a combination of responsibilities: 5 hours per week as a Special Education Paraprofessional, 20 hours per week as a Bus Liaison, and 15 hours per week as a Recess Aide. 

School Information:

Located in Lafayette, LA, Willow Charter Academy opened in 2014 and serves students K-8. At Willow, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Willow Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Willow Charter Academy:

Join a recognized leader—Willow is a Top Gains honoree!

Led by an experienced and supportive leadership team.

Recognized as a "Louisiana Comeback Campus" by LDOE and is a 'B' rated school.

Fosters a high staff and student culture.

Implements student and teacher recognition programs.

Emphasizes character development through teaching Moral Focus Virtues.

Grow with Willow—7.9 SPS points of success!

Conducts weekly PLCs/Data meetings.

Offers opportunities for growth and career advancement through various programs.

Provides duty-free lunch and planning periods.

Employs Achievement & Behavior Support Specialists for K-4 and 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. 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:

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.