Role OverviewA Distinctive Schools Paraprofessional serves as an advocate for the needs of the diverse learning population. Supporting and assisting teachers in fulfilling the academics and social-emotional needs of students is a top priority. The paraprofessional, under the supervision of the school-based leadership team, and in collaboration with the special education teacher and the general education teachers, provides support to individual students in areas that may include academics, functional performance, or physical assistance.
What You Will Do
Deliver academic, behavioral, and functional skills instruction to assigned students in whole-class, small-group, and individual settings. Prepare materials and resources for use in the classroom that support students’ learning goals. Carry out the educational programs developed through the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process, performing daily activities using specific materials/methods and/or material modifications designed by the special education teacher and support personnel (speech, OT/PT, etc.).
Why It Might Be a Fit
Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making. Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things. Celebrate student milestones, accomplishments, and growth towards their goals. Create a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, equitable and safe learning environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Paraprofessional License (Applicable for IL only)
Benefits
- 25+ paid holidays
- upfront sick leave
- an accrual-based personal time bank
- 12 weeks family paid leave
- Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 403b match
- Fully match up to 3%
- 50% match up to 5%
- Professional development including tuition reimbursement
- Gym and wellness discounts
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