As Classroom Security Paraprofessional with The Menta Group you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer support to students in the classroom as well as general support for all students in the school.
Responsibilities
Facilitate/support the academic environment
Deescalate and 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
Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
Bachelors Degree in Sociology Psychology Criminal Justice Social Services Kinesiology Health or related fields are encouraged but not required.
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.
Generous Paid Time Off Benefitsfor salaried positions
403(b) Investment Options
Menta Academy Northwest
At Menta Academy Northwest we are dedicated to ensuring each child reaches their potential in becoming 3C Ready: College Ready Career Ready and Citizenship Ready. Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. At Menta Academy Northwest we work with each student and family to ensure that each student has a mindset that is ready to learn and grow. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis. Social Emotional learning supports are in place to aid and teach students coping skills self regulation and restorative practices. These strategies are aimed at helping them succeed both academically and in their social relationships.
Students Served: PK21
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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