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Hillside, IL - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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.

10 Month School Calendar
Hiring for All Grade Levels K21 Small SelfContained Rooms 10 students max)
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. MF following a school calendar
Benefit Options & Generous Paid Benefit Time Off!
Direct Hire with our school: Return School Year after School Year (no annual contract)

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 noncompliance 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 conditionsRespond to emergency situations
    • Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors
    • Think quickly independently and tactfully

Qualifications

    • Paraprofessional experience is helpful
    • Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
    • Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
    • Ability to operate tactfully under stress
    • Flexibility to change in routines
    • At least 23 years of age
    • Able to work with highrisk special needs students
    • Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferred

Benefits

    • Benefit options include: Medical Dental Vision and Supplemental Insurance Programs
    • Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
    • 10 Month School Position with 12 Month SemiMonthly Pay
    • Generous Paid Time Off Benefitsfor salaried employees
    • 403(b) Investment Options
About Menta Academy Hillside

At Menta Academy Hillside we hold the key to unlocking the vast potential within every student through a dedicated holistic approach to education. Our mission is grounded in the 3C Ready philosophy ensuring that every learner is prepared for the challenges of College Career and Citizenship. This isnt just a slogan; its a commitment that permeates every aspect of our learning environment. We recognize that each childs journey is unique which is why our educational services are tailored to the developmental and individual learning needs of each student.

The classrooms at Menta Academy Hillside are vibrant hubs of activity and engagement. Our educators curate a dynamic curriculum that transcends traditional learning fostering critical thinking creativity and collaboration. This approach ensures that students are not only absorbing knowledge but are also applying it in realworld contexts thus becoming active participants in their educational journey. With a focus on continuous growth our students are encouraged to strive for academic excellence and behavioral success underpinned by consistent support and recognition of their achievements.

At Hillside our motto is We are Better Together! Our team of highly educated teachers and administrative staff work diligently to ensure that each student is given individualized educational support and a consistent therapeutic learning environment. With our better together mindset we put a focus on community outreach collaboration and partnership to provide various opportunities for our students to succeed. This is done through college visits career exploration events community service opportunities and outside speakers and presentations.

Menta Academy Hillside staff uses Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) and Restorative Practices to reinforce positive and appropriate behaviors and relationships in our students. We work with students to help determine motivators to reward encouraged behavior in and out of school.

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 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 noncertified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.

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