Special Education Paraprofessional at Aspire Charter Academy

Special Education Paraprofessional at Aspire Charter Academy

Gary, IN, United States

School Information: Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students each year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose.

Starting pay above traditional public schools’ market scales.

Demonstrates consistent out performance against local districts on state tests.

Access to a best‑in‑class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.

Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team.

Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team. Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.

Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.

Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.

Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with the special education team and parents as required.

Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

for the state requirements.

Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.

Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.

Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

National Heritage Academies is an equal‑opportunity employer.

• Job Identification 64312
• Job Category Instructional Paras
• Posting Date 05/15/2026, 03:01 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 4900 W 15th Ave, Gary, IN, 46406, US