Sign Language (ASL) Paraprofessional 1:1 Aide
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 position with our school, meaning you will return school year after school year without an annual contract. C.O.R.E. Academy (Cultivating an Optimal and Rigorous Education) has educational services designed to cater to developmental milestones and individual learning nuances for each and every one of our students. Within our interactive classrooms, we create a vibrant atmosphere for active learning from K through Post High School. With an unwavering commitment to standing by every child, providing the support and resources they need to overcome challenges, achieve academic success, make a lasting impact on their communities, and unlock their full potential. From the beginning, our mission has been to help shape a society where all youth can be successful.
Requirements
- ASL American Sign Language proficiency required
- Experience with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Community required
- Fluency in ASL and signed English and strong communication skills required
- Must be flexible in the ability to support multiple grade levels as student populations change
- Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties
- Ability to operate tactfully under stress
- Flexibility to change in routines
- At least 23 years of age
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students
Nice To Haves
- Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) OR National Interpreter Certification (NIC) preferred
- Paraprofessional Certification is preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist deaf or hard-of-hearing students by interpreting spoken material into sign language
- Facilitate peer communication
- Help students access the curriculum, daily routines and school activities
- 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
Education Level
No Education Listed
