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
Staff Hours 7:30 am to 3 pm MF following a school calendar
Location: North Aurora IL
Responsibilities
Individually monitor the assigned student addressing academic functional behavioral or safety concerns as noted in the IEP under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
Prepare and adapt materials for use in the classroom; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
Inform clinical staff of social emotional or behavioral concerns of students.
Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
Have awareness of other students in the program in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
Attend all staff meetings and inservice training as requested.
Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
Support and promote administrative policies and goals.
Qualifications
Paraprofessional Certification is preferred 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
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 Fox Tech Transition Program
The Fox Tech Transition Program is dedicated to providing a safe platform for young adults ages 1722. Our program helps them prepare for their next phase by providing a supportive environment for career exploration skill development health and wellness behavior regulation and independent living. Facilitators offer personalized realworld experiences to maximize each participants independence.
Students gradually transition through different placements practicing new skills and behaviors in a safe environment. The program assesses their skills through handson projects and studentled businesses. As students progress they demonstrate employability skills such as problem solving effective communication timemanagement selfadvocacy community integration transportation adaptive living skills and related work behaviors.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta 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 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 an application for any opening should contact the district office.
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