Special Education Paraprofessional at Holly Park Academy
About The Position
Holly Park Academy, located in Lansing, MI, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to join their team. This role involves supporting students K-8 with their individual education plans (IEP) and/or 504-behavior plans. The academy prides itself on academic excellence, a supportive team environment, and a commitment to educating the whole child, offering wrap-around services to address student needs both inside and outside the classroom. They provide a fully mapped-out curriculum, comprehensive supporting materials, and robust professional development opportunities. Holly Park Academy has been recognized for School Safety and Employee Engagement.
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.
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
