Special Education Paraprofessional at Aspire Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies

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About The Position

The Special Education Paraprofessional supports students with disabilities at a charter academy, providing instructional and behavioral assistance in accordance with each student’s IEP and/or 504 behavior plan, as directed by the special education team. Support may be provided one-to-one or in small groups. The role focuses on educating the whole student—academically, morally, and socially—and implementing curriculum and instruction designed to meet students’ individual needs, including resource room, inclusion, and pullout services. The paraprofessional also participates in required professional development, specialized training, and IEP meetings with the special education team and parents, and assists with compliance documentation.

The posting identifies Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon, Michigan, as the school and describes its service range as Young 5 through grade 8. The title supplied in the posting names Aspire Charter Academy, while the school information and role details refer to Timberland Charter Academy.

Requirements

• 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 in accordance with students’ IEPs and/or 504 behavior plans, as directed by the special education team.
• Provide support to students one-to-one or in small groups.
• Support students’ academic, moral, and social development.
• Implement curriculum and instruction designed to meet students’ needs resulting from their disabilities, including resource room, inclusion, and/or pullout services.
• Attend professional development, specialized training, and IEP meetings with the special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with required compliance documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and benefits.
• Comprehensive social and behavioral student support.
• Top-tier curriculum, instructional tools, and resources.
• Tailored professional development and coaching.
• Secure learning environment.
• Supportive and consistent administrative team.

What This Job Offers

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