Overview

Description: The Level 3 School-Age Paraprofessional provides direct instructional, behavioral, and administrative support to special education teacher(s) and students in grades K-4 in a structured classroom setting. This position requires collaboration with special education teachers, BCBA, SLP, OT, and PT professionals. He/she will ensure a safe, productive, and inclusive learning environment. This role is designed for individuals with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills who can work effectively with diverse learners (autistic, nonverbal) in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.We are looking for a full-time position at our Southwest Center (138th &Q) to work in our Level 3 classroom as a Paraprofessional Monday through Friday from 9am-5:30pm. Starting pay is $17.00 - $21.00 an hour, based on experience. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in a childcare program and/or college courses in education/child development preferred, but not required. On-site paid training and CEU's. Key ResponsibilitiesAssist special education teacher(s) and the rest of the child's team in implementing all instructional plans - this includes IEP goals and Behavior Improvement Plans (BIP).Understand all aspects of each student's IEP and collaborate with professional teams to meet quarterly goals.Communicate with students' professional team (this could include all or some of the following people - lead special education teacher(s), BCBA, OT, PT, SLP) regarding student's behavior, use of physical aggression, use of their device to communicate and all other aspects of the student's educational day.Support students during all classroom activities, group work, and out-of-classroom supervision (e.g., sensory walks, recess etc.)Complete incident reports as needed for extended times of physical aggression.Monitor and reinforce positive behavior; implement or assist with behavior-management in all aspects.Attend and be certified in MANDT training Use Rethink for data collectionHelp prepare all learning materials including sensory supplies.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe learning environment for all studentsAssist with administrative tasks such as attendance, filing, and record-keeping.Communicate regularly with professional team, directors, students, and parents about student progress, questions, ideas and/or concerns.Participate in planning meetings, certain special education assessment meetings, and professional development.Support students with special needs, English language learners, or those requiring additional behavior or academic assistance. Benefits CRCC offers an Excellent Benefit Package for full-time employees.Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceCRCC-paid short & long term disability and life insurancePaid Time Off (PTO) Holiday pay - Paid Holiday Pay for full-time employees between Christmas and New Years! 401k with matchPaid on-site training and CEU'sReferral ProgramBest Care EAP Partnership Below are examples of the impact YOU can make!"CRCC has been nothing but a blessing to my son. He has grown and learned so much during his time with CRCC. Our stressful situations were all care related, having the daily health services have provided a place for our child to attend with nursing services. Knowing my child is somewhere where they are safe, understood and able to grow has helped me be more productive during the day. CRCC provides a safe, welcoming place for us to bring our daughter where everyone knows her name, appreciates her, and cares for her as if they were family."CRCC Mission, Vision and Values CRCC's Mission is to provide children and young adults individualized care rooted in quality education, specialized nursing, rehab therapy, and behavioral health services. CRCC's Vision is embracing every ability, empowering every family.CRCC's Values are Stronger Together, Commitment to Excellence, Lead with Heart, Get Stuff Done, Do the Right Thing, Have Fun, Be Positive. Requ