Special Education Paraprofessional at Apex Academy

Special Education Paraprofessional at Apex Academy

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Located in Cleveland, OH, Apex Academy opened in 2004 and serves 475+ K‑8 students every year. At Apex, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Apex Academy .

Duties and responsibilities include assessing student abilities and providing 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.

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Experienced leadership team.
• Outperforming local districts on state tests.
• High level of support for all staff.
• Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras.
• High parent involvement.
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
• Dean support model.

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.  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.