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1:1 Individual Student Aide

On site Teaching
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2 days ago
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Full time
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$37K - $56K

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Job Description

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

Staff Hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. M-F, following a school calendar

Location: DeKalb IL

Responsibilities

  • Individually monitor the assigned student addressing academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns as noted in the IEP under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
  • Prepare and adapt materials for use in the classroom; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
  • Inform clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
  • Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
  • Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
  • Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
  • Have awareness of other students in the program in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
  • Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
  • Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
  • Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
  • Support and promote administrative policies and goals.

    • Qualifications

  • Paraprofessional Certification is preferred, 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

    • 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.

    • Additional Information

    The staff at Menta Academy DeKalb is dedicated to seeing each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready.

    Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis.

    Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

    The Menta 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 Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.

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