Special Education Paraprofessional at Flagship Charter Academy

School Information:

Located in Detroit, MI, Flagship Charter Academy opened in 2008 and serves students K-8. At Flagship, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Flagship Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Flagship Charter Academy:

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.   
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
• Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).  
• Career growth opportunities.

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.

National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.