What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1:1 Sped Paraprofessional position at Phalen Leadership Academies?
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WHAT YOU WILL DO:
As a 1:1 Paraprofessional with Phalen Leadership Academies, you will work with individual and/or small groups of scholars under the supervision of a certified teacher. You will do this by following educational and behavioral plans and modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff.
During non-classroom times, you may function in other support capacities (learning labs, hallway monitoring, lunch duty, etc.) and then implement academic curriculum during designated blocks of time.
WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:
- Salaried position with paid time off and benefits option
- Hands-on teaching experience
- Ability to learn and grow in an industry you love
Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.
- Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
- Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom \
- Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, social worker, occupational and physical therapists
- Assist building level SPED Department with maintaining student records
- Support students with behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills Administrative Duties
- Assist in the preparation and display of student work.
- Assist SPED teacher with preparing materials for students
LOCATION: 19360 Harper Ave, Harper Woods, MI 48225
Education and Experience:
- A passion for working with students and families in under-served communities
- 1 years' experience working with children in an educational setting
- Associate degree in Education or 60 semester hours of college strongly preferred; high school diploma or equivalent (required) or ETS Parapro Assessment (a passing score of 460 is required)
- Analytical ability to plan individual and group activities that stimulate growth in scholars
- Prior experience with small group instruction preferred
- Interpersonal skills are necessary to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents/guardians, and other staff
AND ARE YOU?
- An aspiring educator
- Great with building relationships among scholars and staff
- Able to provide academics and behavioral support while modeling PLA's core values
- Dedicated to ensuring every scholar has access to a high-quality education
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR- APPLY NOW!
WHO ARE WE?
At PLA, we share an unwavering belief and passion for educating and empowering scholars from under-served communities driven by our Core Values: children first, respect, determination, continuous improvement, and gratitude. Our approach to leading successful schools builds on over 20 years of experience running educational programs for children, the latest scientific research, and the best practices throughout the nation.
To create this kind of vibrant learning community, we hire only the best of the best educators & industry leaders and invest heavily in our faculty through ongoing professional development and support. We value people like you, people with a dedication to excellence and a passion for helping all our scholars develop the knowledge, skills, and character necessary to succeed while fueling their aspirations for the future.
PLA is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify in all states that require it.
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Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.
By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
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