Draper - Secondary Assistant Special Education Teacher/Learning Mentor
About The Position
Under the direction and supervision of Secondary Administration and General Education and Special Education teachers, the Secondary Learning Mentor provides supervision, academic support, and instructional assistance to secondary students with mild to moderate disabilities. The position supports students in accessing classroom instruction, developing independence, and achieving academic, behavioral, and personal goals. Opportunities for advancement into other school and Special Education positions may be available. The typical schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on campus.
Requirements
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to student success.
- Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments.
- Ability to work well in a teamwork environment, including participating in a coaching model for teaching.
- Ability to demonstrate good classroom management skills.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Patient and able to work effectively with students with varying abilities and needs.
- Ability to work well under pressure and appropriately respond to challenging or highly emotional situations.
- Ability to support students in developing academic, behavioral, social, and independent living skills.
- No teaching license is required.
- Must meet highly qualified status through one of the following: an earned associate degree; 48 college credit hours; or successful completion of a basic academic skills (ParaPro) exam or Project Para Modules within two weeks of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Special Education is desired but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision, academic support, and instructional assistance to students with special needs.
- Support students in accessing instruction provided by General Education and Special Education teachers.
- Communicate consistently with Secondary Administration and assigned teachers about student needs, progress, and concerns.
- Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the classroom teacher’s direction to support and reinforce learning objectives.
- Implement instructional programs and lesson plans under assigned teachers’ direction, including reading, math, writing, language comprehension, computer skills, and other subjects as needed.
- Assist with individual and group activities focused on academic, behavioral, social, self-esteem, and daily living skills.
- Promote good study habits, independence, and positive student outcomes.
- Document student activities, behavior, completed assignments, and other information as required.
- Assist teachers with evaluating student progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Provide positive guidance and support to students.
- Monitor individual students and groups in classrooms and other settings, including restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading areas, assemblies, and field trips.
- Maintain classroom equipment and work areas to support a safe and effective learning environment.
- Work at school and other public settings as required.
- Uphold the Character Development characteristics taught on a monthly basis.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Participation in a 401(k) match.
- Up to 5 days of PTO.
- School and summer breaks off.
- Priority enrollment for daycare and school-age children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
