Havana, IL On-site Full-time USD 18 – 27 / hour

The Menta Education Group is hiring a Paraprofessional

Responsibilities

  • Manage classroom behaviors
  • Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff
  • Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
  • Maintain classroom order and safety (Security)
  • Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting
  • Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior
  • Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions
  • Respond to emergency situations
  • Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors
  • Think quickly, independently, and tactfully

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match

Work Arrangement

On-site — Havana

About Fresh Start Academy in Havana

Fresh Start Academy embodies the principles of the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma-Informed Practices. We commit our curriculum and teaching styles to personalized learning and facilitate current technologies with dedicated educators. These actions create a warm and understanding environment where our students thrive. Our flexible learning spaces are carefully designed and curated to inspire an adult learning mindset. Our core values drive our commitment to each student's success. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, where every student is valued for their unique strengths and potential. Through personalized educational plans, we strive to meet the individual needs of each student, recognizing that no two learners are alike. At Fresh Start Academy, we harbor, help, and guide each student's unique journey with compassion and dedication.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education 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 Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.

Job Details
Location Havana, IL
Work mode On-site
Employment Full-time
Salary USD 18 – 27 / hour
Department Classroom Support – Teacher Assistants
Category other
Posted 18 days ago
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The Menta Education Group is a recognized leader in the field of special education, particularly in working with children whose disabilities have precluded them from the successful skill attainment necessary for success.

We envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth who attend our special needs schools.

Menta has a NO DECLINE, NO EXPULSION, NO SUSPENSION policy. Menta utilizes the data provided in the student’s current evaluation and IEP to implement specialized instruction, support, and services designed to meet each student’s individual needs.

Through innovative, highly engaging and data-driven instruction, Menta supports, motivates and empowers students who have a wide range of academic, social and emotional needs, including autism, emotional disability, intellectual disability, and specific learning disabilities.

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