Special Education Paraprofessional at Laurus Academy
National Heritage Academies · Southfield, MI · 1 mo ago
EducationFull-time
About the role
Located in Southfield, MI, Laurus Academy opened in 2009 and serves students K‑8. At Laurus Academy, you can combine passion with purpose.
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.
Pay
Starting pay above market scales.
Benefits
- 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.
- Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
- Utilizes the Dean support model.
- Alternative Certification Assistance.
- Strong Parental Involvement.