Paraeducator Refocus - Urbana (Hiring Immediately)

Circle Academy, a non-public Special Education school serving S/ED, BD, LD youth ages 10-21, is searching for a new member of our behavior intervention team. Responsibilities include working directly with Special Education certified teachers and administrators to plan for, coordinate responses, and implement the management of student behaviors in order to maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment. ISBE Paraprofessional certificate required. Bachelors degree required. Previous experience in a school setting is preferred. Applicant must be a dependable team player with a strong work ethic.

Candidates must have a para-professional license issued by the ISBE or able to obtain one. Bachelors Degree required, in education or human services preferred. Prospective employees must be at least 21 years old, have excellent written and oral communication skills, possess a valid Illinois driver's license and proof of auto insurance, and be able to maintain our clients confidentiality. Prospective employees must submit to a pre-employment physical, and background check.

We offer our employees the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Holiday Pay


• Paid Leave


• Garner Health Paytient Card Healthcare Navigation and Medical Cost Savings Benefits


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care Account (DCA)


• Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 6% Company Match


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Wellness Program


• Relocation Assistance


• Employee Referral Program

We also offer our employees a professional PSLF resource, SavvyFi, to help navigate the loan forgiveness process.

Salary is based on education and experience. We are committed to the values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity and respect.