Special Education Paraprofessional at Achieve Charter Academy (2026-27 School Year)

National Heritage Academies • Canton, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Achieve Charter Academy, located in Canton, MI, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-27 School Year. This role involves providing instructional and behavioral assistance to K-8 students, supporting them individually or in small groups according to their IEPs and/or 504-behavior plans. The position emphasizes educating the whole student and implementing specialized curriculum to meet unique student needs. The role also includes attending professional development, trainings, and IEP meetings, as well as 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, 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 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: No Education Listed