Special Education Paraprofessional At Legacy Charter Academy (35 Hours Per Week)

School Information:

Located in Detroit, MI, Legacy Charter Academy opened in 2010 and serves students K-8. At Legacy, you can connect passion and purpose. To learn more about Legacy Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Legacy Charter Academy:

Starting pay above market scales.

Academically outperforms the local districts.

Competitive benefits at affordable rates.

Supported by an experienced leadership team.

Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.

Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.

Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

Utilizes the Dean support model.

DUTIES AND 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

Click here for the state requirements.

Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.

Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.

Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.