As an Instructional Assistant with Student Transportation responsibilities at 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. You will also be responsible for driving a route of students to and from school, using school equipment (van).
Location: Harbourview Academy-Phoenix 3249 E Harbour Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Must have Valid Driver's License and be willing to use School Van to transport students before & after school.
Monday-Friday, approximate hours 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (This includes the transportation route/drive time and the normal Instructional staff hours of 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.)
Benefits & Paid Benefit Time Off.
Follows a School Calendar.
Responsibilities:
- Provide academic support within the classroom.
- Manage classroom behaviors.
- Act as a Teaching/Instructional Assistant in the classroom.
- Drive/Transport Students to and from school, using a school van.
- Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff.
- Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data.
- Maintain classroom order and safety (Security).
- 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 to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions Respond to emergency situations.
- Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors.
- Think quickly, independently, and tactfully.
Qualifications:
- Valid Driver's License.
- Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van.
- Registered Behavior Technician, Youth Worker, Mental Healthcare Technician, or ABA Technician experience is helpful.
- Substitute Teacher Certification or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful.
- Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.
- 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.
Benefits:
- Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs.
- Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
- 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay.
- Generous Paid Time Off Benefits for salaried employees.
- 403(b) Investment Options.
About Harbourview Academy Phoenix
HarbourView Academy is a special education school in Phoenix that not only provides a rigorous education but also a temporary short-term placement called Alternative to Suspension (ATS) for students who would otherwise be suspended from their home schools.
The safe environment and special education curriculum in our Phoenix school reduces the number of out-of-school suspensions and provides support to help students reintegrate into their home schools successfully.
At our school in Phoenix, we cater to the academic and social-emotional needs of high-risk children and adolescents aged 5 through 22. Our no-refusal, no-suspension, no-expulsion policy offers a continuum of services to meet the needs of this challenging student population. We believe every child can learn and our goal is to ensure students master the necessary academic and social skills for an independent and productive life. Our well-structured, engaging, safe, and instructional Optimal Learning Environment and special education program in Phoenix is responsive to student needs.
Students Served: PK-21
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
About The Menta Education Group:The Menta Education Group evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools. The organization still firmly adheres to its policy to never give up on a child and that no student will be rejected, suspended, or expelled.MissionTo provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.VisionWe envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth. We strive to be the recognized national leader in serving at-risk youth in educational and social service settings through the provision of empirically-based innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services. Our goal is to also support the professionals who work with at-risk youth by focusing on program development, professional training, and child advocacy.
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Full-time Employee Benefits
Health Coverages:
Medical insurance options through BCBS PPO Network
Dental insurance with preventive care coverage
Vision insurance with exam and hardware allowances
Financial Security:
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution available (after applicable waiting period) to those enrolled in a qualified high-deductible health plan.
403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period.
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Insurance Protection:
Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Long-Term Disability insurance
Optional: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Time Off Benefits:
Generous Paid Time Off Policies
Part-Time Employee Benefits:
403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period.
Generous Paid Time Off Policies
Special Education Services: Compensation and Employee Benefits Information
The anticipated full time employee salary information provided below is presented in good faith based on the requirements and qualifications of the specified position. Please note that additional factors such as experience, education, and credentials, may influence the compensation scale outlined. For positions that follow the school-year schedule, the salary ranges outlined below are calculated based on a 10-month academic calendar.
Department/Position Annual Salary
School Leadership $75,000 - $108,000
Special Education Classroom Instruction $59,000 - $70,000
General Education Instruction $45,200 - $49,360
Classroom Support $24,000 - $43,640
Student Services $38,000 - $70,000
Clinical $61,000 - $70,000
Medical $35,000 - $55,000
Maintenance Support $40,000 - $55,000
Administrative Support $28,000 - $45,000
Hourly Position
(hourly compensation rates may be determined based on an applicable annual salary)
This information has been provided in compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act