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Chicago, 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.

Hours 6:452:15 MF Following a School Calendar
We pay for Paraprofessional Certification
Bilingual proficiency in reading speaking and writing in English and Spanish is required

Responsibilities

    • Provide teaching assistance
    • Provide classroom management support
    • 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

    • Bilingual proficiency in reading speaking and writing in English and Spanish is required
    • Paraprofessional experience is helpful
    • Youthcare or Juvenile Justice background may be 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
Menta Academy Chicago West

At Menta Academy Chicago West our devoted staff is dedicated to guiding each child toward success. Our educational services are designed to meet individual learning needs emphasizing both development and achievement. This allows our students to experience daily successes engage in learning and play and gain the knowledge they need to succeed in the future. Menta Academy Chicago West is more than just a school; its where students flourish and reach their full potential.

The heart of our success lies in our genuine passion for empowering atrisk youth. We approach our mission with confidence knowing that every life we touch has the potential to flourish. Through innovative approaches datadriven strategies and a profound understanding of the challenges our students face we steadfastly strive to eliminate barriers and create a brighter more promising future for all those we serve.

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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Employment Type

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