Para Professional
On-siteApache Junction, Arizona, United States
Apache Junction, Arizona, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeEntry LevelLicense Or CertificationSmall
Full TimeEntry LevelLicense Or CertificationSmall
Job Summary
Paraprofessional role in a private Special Education school focused on supporting students with individualized academic goals. Responsibilities include writing and implementing weekly lesson plans, assessing student needs, participating in weekly academic team meetings, communicating with families, organizing progress reports and outings, maintaining a safe classroom, mentoring staff, and applying ABA/behavior-therapy techniques. Requires classroom management, adaptability with lesson plans, collaboration with Academic Lead for IEP updates, and supervision of students in classroom and on outings.
Required Qualifications
- Current Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate
- High School Diploma or GED
- Previous experience working in a special education setting, preferably experience with autism
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of individuals, including staff and parents
- Must abide by the company policies and procedures
- Must have valid CPR certification and valid Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card
- Able to maintain an overall positive and professional disposition and appearance
- Effectively organize and implement educational activities
- Physical ability to handle frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and moving throughout the room.
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Experience as a Behavioral Technician very desirable
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