Special Education Paraprofessional at Apex Academy
About The Position
School Information: Located in Cleveland, OH, Apex Academy opened in 2004 and serves 475+ K-8 students every year. At Apex, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Apex Academy click here . Why Choose Apex Academy: Starting pay above market scales. Experienced leadership team. Outperforming local districts on state tests. High level of support for all staff. Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras. High parent involvement. Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS). Dean support model.
Requirements
- Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
- Click here for the state requirements.
- Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.
- Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
