1:1 Individual Student Aide

The Menta Education Group • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The 1:1 Individual Student Aide works with classroom instructors and staff to provide targeted teaching and support to an assigned student in the classroom, as well as general support for students throughout the school. The aide monitors the assigned student's academic, functional, behavioral, and safety needs as identified in the student's IEP, under the supervision of licensed professional staff.

The position is based at Southwest Academy, which provides academic and social-emotional support to high-risk children and adolescents and serves students from surrounding school districts. The aide follows a school calendar and works from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. An IVP AZ Fingerprint Card and experience assisting individuals with special needs are required.

Requirements

• Experience providing assistance to individuals with special needs.
• Must have an IVP AZ Fingerprint Card.
• Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in routines.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Ability to work with high-risk special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Individually monitor the assigned student and address academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns noted in the IEP under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
• Prepare and adapt classroom materials, and keep classrooms and materials in good order.
• Inform clinical staff about students' social, emotional, or behavioral concerns.
• Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
• Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
• Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
• Remain aware of other students in the program to support consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
• Report unusual incidents or safety concerns to administration.
• Support and promote administrative policies and goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed