Special Education Paraprofessional at Timberland Charter Academy (Part-Time) 2026-27 School Year
National Heritage Academies
Location
Muskegon Charter Township, Michigan
Quick overview
Provide instructional and behavioral support to students based on their Individual Education Plans (IEP) or 504 plans. Implement specialized curriculum and assist with required compliance documentation for the special education team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet state requirements for Title 1 paraprofessionals and possess the ability to defuse escalating situations. Previous experience with disabilities or behavior modification is preferred.
Job description
This position is scheduled for 30 hours per week.
School Information
Located in Muskegon, MI, Timberland Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students Young 5-8. At Timberland, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Timberland Charter Academy click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/timberland-charter-academy/en/].
Why Choose Timberland Charter Academy
- Competitive compensation package and benefits.
- Comprehensive social and behavioral student support.
- Top-tier curriculum, instructional tools, and resources.
- Tailored professional development and coaching.
- Secure learning environment.
- Supportive and consistent administrative team.
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 [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/support-staff-requirements] 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 [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/who-we-are] to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Comprehensive Social And Behavioral Student Support
- Top-tier Curriculum, Instructional Tools, And Resources
- Tailored Professional Development And Coaching
- Secure Learning Environment
- Supportive And Consistent Administrative Team