Classroom Security Paraprofessional
About the role
As a Paraprofessional with The Menta Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school.
Responsibilities
- Manage classroom behaviors.
- Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff.
- Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data.
- Maintain classroom order and safety (Security).
- Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting.
- Aid in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors.
- Think quickly, independently, and tactfully.
Qualifications
- Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful.
- Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.
- Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Services, Kinesiology, Health or related fields are encouraged, but not required.
- Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
- Flexibility to change in routines.
- At least 23 years of age.
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students.
- Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferred.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:
Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
For more information visit:
https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
Compensation Information:
https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's category.
About Menta Academy North
At Menta Academy North, our passionate team is deeply invested in the '3-C Ready' ethos, focusing on fostering the essential skills for College readiness, Career advancement, and conscientious Citizenship. Our educational philosophy is tailored to the unique developmental trajectory of each learner, ensuring that every student's individual needs are met with precision and care. Within the walls of Menta Academy North, classrooms are alive with the spirit of discovery and achievement. Our active learning environments are carefully crafted to encourage daily educational and behavioral triumphs. Here, students don’t just learn; they engage with knowledge, internalize it, and apply it, setting the stage for a lifetime of success and continuous improvement.
Students Served
Students Served: PK-21
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law.
Contact Information
For individuals needing assistance in making an application for any opening, please contact Menta’s office.
About The Menta Education Group
The Menta Education Group evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools. The organization still firmly adheres to its policy to never give up on a child and that no student will be rejected, suspended, or expelled.
Mission
Mission: To provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.
Vision
Vision: We envision a society in which all youth can be successful.
Compensation and Employee Benefits Information
The anticipated full time employee salary information provided below is presented in good faith based on the requirements and qualifications of the specified position. Please note that additional factors such as experience, education, and credentials, may influence the compensation scale outlined. For positions that follow the school-year schedule, the salary ranges outlined below are calculated based on a 10-month academic calendar.
Department/Position Annual Salary
- School Leadership: $75,000 - $108,000
- Special Education Classroom Instruction: $59,000 - $70,000
- General Education Instruction: $45,200 - $49,360
- Classroom Support: $24,000 - $43,640
- Student Services: $38,000 - $70,000
- Clinical: $61,000 - $70,000
- Medical: $35,000 - $55,000
- Maintenance Support: $40,000 - $55,000
- Administrative Support: $28,000 - $45,000
- Hourly Position (hourly compensation rates may be determined based on an applicable annual salary)