Special Education Paraprofessional at Windemere Park Charter Academy

School Information: Located in Lansing, MI, Windemere Park Charter Academy opened in 1999 and serves students K-8. At Windemere Park, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Windemere Park Charter Academy click here . Why Choose Windemere Park Charter Academy: Competitive starting pay exceeding market standards.

Comprehensive benefits package offered. Access to top-tier curriculum, instructional tools, and resources. Personalized development and coaching provided. Dedicated support for all staff members. Maintains a safe learning environment. New staff receive mentorship regardless of role, with additional support such as bi-weekly new teacher cohort sessions, weekly grade level meetings, and ongoing professional development opportunities tailored to understand the NHA/WPCA approach.

Demonstrates academic excellence, outperforming local school districts by at least 15% for the past 13 years.

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. Click here for the 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. Please click here to find out more about our core values.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.