Classroom Security Paraprofessional
About The Position
As a Paraprofessional with The Menta Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school. This is a direct hire employment opportunity with a 10-month school calendar, hiring for all grade levels K-21 in small self-contained rooms with a maximum of 10 students. The hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, following the school calendar. Menta Academy North is committed to the '3-C Ready' ethos, focusing on fostering College readiness, Career advancement, and conscientious Citizenship. Our educational philosophy is tailored to the unique developmental trajectory of each learner, ensuring that every student's individual needs are met with precision and care. Our active learning environments are carefully crafted to encourage daily educational and behavioral triumphs, where students engage with knowledge, internalize it, and apply it.
Requirements
- At least 23 years of age.
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students.
Nice To Haves
- Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful.
- Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.
- Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Services, Kinesiology, Health or related fields are encouraged, but not required.
- Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
- Flexibility to change in routines.
- Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage classroom behaviors.
- Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff.
- Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data.
- Maintain classroom order and safety (Security).
- Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting.
- Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior.
- Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors.
- Think quickly, independently, and tactfully.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
