Special Education Behavior Support Aide at Aspire Academy

Special Education Behavior Support Aide at Aspire Academy Gary, IN, United States Job Description This position is full-time, 35 hours per week. School Information Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose. Starting pay above traditional public schools’ market scales. Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests. Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources. Personalized development and coaching opportunities. High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team. Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment. 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. Assist the team in development of a program of behavior support and assistance. Implement behavior assistance program using specialized skills of a registered behavior technician. 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. Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and behavior modifications. Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems. Must meet state requirements for being a paraprofessional. Must have training and experience in a research‑based behavior program. National Heritage Academies is an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nhaschools