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Special Education Paraprofessional and Recess Aide at Detroit Merit Charter Academy

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Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeFull Time
Work modeHybrid
LocationDetroit, United States
ComplianceIEPSpecial Education

Job description

School Information:

Located in Detroit, MI, Detroit Merit Charter Academy opened in 2003 and serves 700+ K-8 students every year. At Detroit Merit, you can connect purpose with passion.


To learn more about Detroit Merit Charter Academy click here.
Why Choose Detroit Merit Charter Academy:

  • Starting pay above market scales.

  • 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.

  • We make all decisions based on three core values: high expectations, effort, and fostering a caring community.

  • Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

  • Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).

  • One of Detroit's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.


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.


Please click here to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

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