Special Education Paraprofessional at North Oak Academy

This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week.

Located in Durham, North Carolina, North Oak Academy is opened as part of the National Heritage Academies network of schools. Through a character-based approach to education, we inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help students apply critical-thinking skills to solve real-world problems. As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in college, life, and beyond.

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Why Choose North Oak Academy:

• Benefits at affordable rates.

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

• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.

• Utilizes the Dean support model.

• Alternative Certification Support.

• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.

• Colleagues you enjoy working with!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 special education team and parents as required.

• Assist with the required compliance documentation.

Qualifications:

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

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• 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.

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.