Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional

Job Description

As a 1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional with The Menta Education 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.

Location: 3049 West Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612

Schedule: 6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendar

Grade Levels: Hiring for All Grade Levels K-21, Small Self-Contained Rooms

Employment: Direct Hire with our school:
Return school year after school year (no annual contract)

• 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 in-service training as requested.
• Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
• Support and promote administrative policies and goals.

• 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 high-risk special needs students.

Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.