Bachelor's Degree Level Paraprofessional
About The Position
As a Paraprofessional with The Menta Education 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. At Menta Academy Bourbonnais, our team is all about helping kids be their best in three key areas: Developing a love of learning. Gaining the tools necessary to shine academically. Becoming good people beyond the classroom. We've set up our classes to be lively and engaging so every student can have a shot at both learning and behaving well each day. We're here to support each student's unique learning journey and make sure they're set up for success in school and beyond. We are dedicated to supporting each child tirelessly, ensuring they receive the assistance and resources necessary to overcome obstacles, attain academic success, leave a lasting imprint on their communities, and unleash their complete potential. Menta Academy Bourbonnais is approved by the Illinois State Board of Education as a nonpublic educational facility (14-7.02) for special education students in kindergarten through age 22. It offers elementary, middle and high school programming to children with diverse learning needs. Menta Academy Bourbonnais is NCA accreditation through Advanced Education. Approved Free and Reduced Lunch Provider under Illinois State Board of Education. The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree ideally in one of the following disciplines: an Education-related field, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work, Health & Human Services, Kinesiology or a Sports or Physical Education/Recreation related field
- Substitute Teacher Certificate is required
- At least 23 years of age
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students
- Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is required
Nice To Haves
- Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
- Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
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)
- a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
