Classroom Security Paraprofessional

Job Description

As Classroom Security Paraprofessional with The Menta Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school.

• Facilitate and support the academic environment
• De‑escalate and manage classroom behaviors
• Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff
• Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
• Maintain classroom order and safety (security) and provide general supervision of students inside the school setting
• Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non‑compliance and/or escalation in behavior
• Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or pose a safety concern, correct and report these conditions, and respond to emergency situations
• Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors
• Think quickly, independently, and tactfully

• Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
• Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
• Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Services, Kinesiology, Health or related fields encouraged, 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
• Good driving record and willingness and ability to drive student van strongly preferred

In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:

• Full Time Employee Benefits Overview: Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match. For more information:
• Compensation Information:

Please refer to the 'Classroom Support' section for this position's category.

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.