Special Education Paraprofessional at Mill Creek Academy

National Heritage Academies • Waukesha, WI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Mill Creek Academy, located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2023-2024 school year. This full-time position involves 35 hours per week, supporting students K4-6. The role focuses on providing instructional and behavioral assistance to students with special needs, ensuring their academic, moral, and social development. Mill Creek Academy is part of National Heritage Academies, an organization committed to connecting passion with purpose and fostering a supportive environment for both staff and students.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Starting pay above market scales.
• High staff engagement with strong trust and belonging, as shown by regular surveys.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Leadership prioritizes staff well-being to ensure peak performance for both educators and students.
• Exceptional culture of trust and collaboration, fostering a supportive atmosphere for all.
• Strong school partnerships & family involvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed