Special Education Paraprofessional at Phoenix Academy

National Heritage Academies • High Point, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position, scheduled for 35 hours per week. Phoenix Academy, located in High Point, N.C., serves students in K-12 and offers opportunities to grow with children and obtain exposure to all different grade levels and experiences. The school provides a safe learning environment with various safety measures and programs. Phoenix Academy also promotes from within and offers leadership development programs.

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

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