Job Description
School Information: Located in Brighton, CO, Foundations Academy opened in 2010 and serves students K-8. At Foundations, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Foundations Academy click here . Why Choose Foundations Academy: Academically outperforms the local district schools, scoring the highest academic performance rank for state assessments. Personalized approach to teacher support and instructional coaching. Benefits of one-on-one support from mentors and deans to be set up for success. Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras, Raptor visitor management system, and regular safety drills. 100% participation in employee engagement survey, with highest scoring areas including purpose, communication, safety, and management. Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students. 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. Click here for the state requirements. 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. J-18808-Ljbffr