Special Education Paraprofessional at Ridge Park Charter Academy (Part-time)
About The Position
This role is scheduled for 25 hours per week. School Information: Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Ridge Park Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students Young5-8. At Ridge Park, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Ridge Park Charter Academy click here. Why Choose Ridge Park Charter Academy: Diverse student body from 50+ countries. Competitive starting pay. Best in class curriculum, instructional tools and resources. Consistent outperformance on M-STEP. Outperforming the District for 14 Years. Experienced and supportive leadership. Multiple Eagle Awards for Achievement, Satisfaction, and Safety. Safe learning environment conducive for learning.
Requirements
- Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
- Click here for the state requirements.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
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