Special Education Paraprofessional at Willow Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies • Lafayette, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Willow Charter Academy, located in Lafayette, LA, opened in 2014 and serves students K-8. Willow Charter Academy is a recognized leader, a Top Gains honoree, and a 'Louisiana Comeback Campus' with a 'B' rating. The school fosters a high staff and student culture, implements student and teacher recognition programs, and emphasizes character development. Willow offers opportunities for growth and career advancement, weekly PLCs/Data meetings, duty-free lunch and planning periods, and employs Achievement & Behavior Support Specialists. This role involves assessing student abilities and providing instructional and behavioral assistance in accordance with IEPs and/or 504-behavior plans, supporting students 1:1 or in small groups. The position requires a commitment to educating the whole student and implementing curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of each student. Responsibilities also include attending professional development, specialized trainings, IEP meetings, and assisting with compliance documentation.

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 students 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED