Special Education Teaching Assistant (Paraprofessional) at Buffalo United Charter School

Special Education Paraprofessional (35 hours/week)

School Information:

Located in Buffalo, NY, Buffalo United Charter School opened in 2004 and serves  K-8 students every year. At Buffalo United, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Buffalo United Charter School click here.

Why Choose Buffalo United Charter School:

World class professional development and instructional materials.

Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.

Safe learning environment.

Competitive benefits at affordable rates.

Strong leadership team driving success.

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 have completed 18 semester hours AND hold a Level 1, or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate. 

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.

$17.50 / hourly is the pay for this role.