Special Education Paraprofessional at Inspire Charter Academy en National Heritage Academies, Inc.

School Information:

Located in Baton Rouge, LA, Inspire Charter Academy has outperformed the local school district on the state report card. Opening our doors in 2010 and serving students K-8, we create endless opportunities for our students to become their best. We even have a Booked and Busy Business Club to build entrepreneurial mindsets and financial know-how for our middle schoolers. Some of our students have also been honored as nominees for the Louisiana Student of the Year program. 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. We build kids of character through our moral focus program. As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in high school, college, and beyond. To learn more about Inspire Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Inspire Charter Academy:

Highest performing school in the area.

Offers starting salary higher than the surrounding districts.  

Supportive and collaborative team.

Monthly professional development and weekly coaching for all staff.

In the top 95% for growth in the state.

On the spot coaching for teachers.

Higher pay than the school district.

Supportive and Collaborative Team.

Fully paced curriculum for all content areas.

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:

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.