Special Education Paraprofessional at Canton Preparatory High School

National Heritage Academies • Canton, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Canton Preparatory High School, located in Canton, MI, opened in 2014 and serves over 650 7-12 students annually. Ranked as the #3 Charter High School in Detroit, Canton Prep is mission-driven to prepare each student for college success. The school offers strong leadership, world-class professional development, a mapped curriculum with detailed lesson plans, and a collaborative work environment. This role involves supporting students with their individual education plans (IEP) and/or 504-behavior plans, focusing on academic, moral, and social development.

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 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 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 the special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with required compliance documentation.

What This Job Offers

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