Special Education Paraprofessional at Brooklyn Dreams Charter School

National Heritage Academies•New York, NY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Brooklyn Dreams Charter School, located in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional to join their team. This role involves supporting K-8 students, assisting them in accordance with their individual education plans (IEPs) and/or 504-behavior plans. The school is committed to academic excellence, fostering a love for learning, and celebrating cultural diversity, while providing a safe and supportive educational environment. The position offers professional development opportunities and is supported by an experienced leadership team.

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.