Special Education Paraprofessional at Johnston Charter Academy
National Heritage Academies
Location
Clayton, North Carolina
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 supporting individuals with disabilities or behavior modifications is preferred.
Job description
This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week.
Located in Clayton, NC, Johnston Charter Academy opened in 2017 and serves students K-8. At Johnston Charter, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Johnston Charter Academy click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/johnston-charter-academy/en].
Why Choose Johnston Charter Academy
- Outperforms the district year after year.
- Positive community culture.
- You want to be a part of building something great
- Leadership that coaches with depth.
- Strong Dean team who understands instruction and have all worked in a classroom.
- Safe learning environment.
- Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
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 Benefits
