Special Education Paraprofessional
Company: SESI Schools
Location: Wright City
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
We are now hiring for Immediate and 23-24 School Year Roles
Why Join UsAre you looking for a new opportunity to make an impact
in the lives of students? Join us at SESI Schools, where we are
proving what is possible for students with unique needs. We offer a
generous benefits package including:
- Competitive pay range $15 - $16 per hour
- Signing bonus of $500
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,625
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental,
and vision
- Employer-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Other great benefits like Flexible Spending Account, Employee
Assistance Program (EAP), Mental Health Support, and Pet
Insurance
- Continued training, mentorship, and opportunities for
growthAbout UsThe High Road Schools of Missouri are operated by
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI). SESI Schools provide
specialized education programming for K-12 students who require
additional educational and positive behavioral supports to overcome
challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting.The
OpportunityThe Paraprofessional will be responsible for working
with small groups of students and the teacher to deliver
individualized services and supports. They will monitor student
behavior, track educational progress, and communicate with parents.
Additionally, they will help reinforce the curriculum provided by
the teacher. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and
we're looking to hire an exceptional team member who will play an
essential role in fueling student success.Essential Duties and
ResponsibilitiesInclude the following. Other duties as assigned.
- Work with students to reinforce learning of material or skill
initially introduced by the teacher by assigning appropriate tasks,
completing one-on-one tutorials, and implementing the SESI rotation
model
- Assist the Teacher with large group activities, correcting
papers, supervising testing, guiding independent study or
enrichment activities, providing accommodations and modifications
as necessary
- Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies
- Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and
physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students
and staff
- Support and document students' growth and progress towards
academic, social, and emotional goals
- Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored,
including to and from appropriate locations within the school
- Light lifting, walking, and/or climbing stairs may be
requiredQualifications
- High School Diploma required
- College experience and/or Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Experience working with youth preferred
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of
FullBloom, is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age,
national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual
orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected
by applicable law.SESI.MO.AT.1
Keywords: SESI Schools, Columbia , Special Education Paraprofessional, Education / Teaching , Wright City, Missouri
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