Special Education Paraprofessional at Paramount Charter Academy

This position is scheduled to be 35 hours per week.

School Information:

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

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.

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.