Special Education Paraprofessional at Canton Preparatory High School

School Information

Located in Canton, MI, Canton Preparatory High School opened in 2014 and serves 650+ 7-12 students every year. At Canton Prep, you can connect purpose with passion.

Why Choose Canton Preparatory High School

• Ranked #3 Charter High School in Detroit
• Strong leadership team driving success
• Mission driven – to prepare each student for college success
• World class professional development and mapped curriculum with detailed lesson plans
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students

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.
• 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.