Special Education Paraprofessional at Achieve Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies • Canton, MI

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About The Position

Achieve Charter Academy, located in Canton, MI, opened in 2009 and serves over 750 K-8 students each year. The academy is recognized as a top charter middle school by U.S. News and World Report and is known for its parent satisfaction, enrollment, and safety. Achieve Charter Academy offers world-class professional development and instructional materials, with a mapped curriculum that includes detailed lesson plans. It is also a Blue Ribbon School, a mark of excellence, and emphasizes the importance of academics for student success.

Requirements

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team.
• Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.
• Commit to educating the whole student - academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as, resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.
• Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed