Special Education Paraprofessional at Ridge Park Charter Academy
About The Position
Ridge Park Charter Academy, located in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students from Young5-8. This role involves assisting the special education team in providing instructional and behavioral support to students based on their individual education plans (IEPs) and/or 504-behavior plans. The academy emphasizes educating the whole student and implementing a curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. The position requires attending professional development, trainings, and IEP meetings, as well as assisting with compliance documentation.
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, 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.
Benefits
- Competitive starting pay.
- Best in class curriculum, instructional tools and resources.
- Experienced and supportive leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
