Special Education Paraprofessional at Paramount Charter Academy

Job Description

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

Paramount Charter Academy, established in 1998, is located in Kalamazoo, MI, and serves students aged 5-8.

• 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, providing support 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 their disability, such as resource room, inclusion, and/or pullout services.
• Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.
• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

• 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.