Special Education Paraprofessional at Pathway School of Discovery

About the School

Pathway School of Discovery is located in Dayton, OH, serving students in grades K-8 since 2003. The school emphasizes connecting passion with purpose and offers a supportive environment for both staff and students.

Why Choose Pathway School of Discovery

• Starting pay above market scales
• Experienced leadership team
• Outperforming local districts on state tests
• High level of support for all staff
• Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras
• High parent involvement
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS)
• Dean support model

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and/or 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team
• Support students 1:1 or in small groups
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially
• Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability, including resource room, inclusion, and/or pullout services
• Attend professional development, specialized trainings, and IEP meetings with the special education team and parents as required
• Assist with required compliance documentation

Requirements

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional (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

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