Menta Group
Classroom Security Paraprofessional
Menta Group, Plainfield, Illinois, United States, 60544
Job DescriptionAs a Paraprofessional with The Menta Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school.Location:
14429 S Wallin Dr, Plainfield, IL 60544Hours:
7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon-Fri, following a school calendarEmployment Type:
Direct Hire employment with benefits and paid benefit time off
Responsibilities
Manage classroom behaviorsReport behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staffImplement and maintain behavioral program policies and dataMaintain classroom order and safetyProvide general supervision of students inside the school settingAssist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behaviorMaintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditionsRespond to emergency situationsProvide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviorsThink quickly, independently, and tactfullyQualifications
Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpfulMilitary Veterans are encouraged to applyAbility to operate tactfully under stressFlexibility to change in routinesAt least 23 years of ageAble to work with high-risk special needs studentsGood driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferredBenefits
Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance ProgramsMedical Insurance enrollment is available to full-time employees on their date of hire.
No waiting period.10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly PayGenerous Paid Time Off Benefits for salaried positions403(b) Investment Options
About Menta Academy PlainfieldMenta Academy Plainfield is a unique concept in therapeutic day schools that uses open spaces to engage students academically through both project-based and traditional academic approaches. The use of technology at school helps to engage students at all skill levels and age groups with the central focus being on 21st century learning, to prepare students for 21st century opportunities.Positive student outcomes drive the MAP team to engage students in a variety of ways as students have choices in the manner in which they can show and increase their successful progress, determination, and overall grit in an academic and transitional setting. Motivated staff leads to motivated students.Menta Academy Plainfield is a springboard school that prepares diverse learners for the next steps, whether the end goal is independent living, reintegration, graduation, adult programming, or college. Welcoming students from K-22, MAP is prepared and proud to be a contributing part to student success.Students Served: PK-21Professional Association Membership and PartnershipsThe Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with various associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Menta Education Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.
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14429 S Wallin Dr, Plainfield, IL 60544Hours:
7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon-Fri, following a school calendarEmployment Type:
Direct Hire employment with benefits and paid benefit time off
Responsibilities
Manage classroom behaviorsReport behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staffImplement and maintain behavioral program policies and dataMaintain classroom order and safetyProvide general supervision of students inside the school settingAssist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behaviorMaintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditionsRespond to emergency situationsProvide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviorsThink quickly, independently, and tactfullyQualifications
Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpfulMilitary Veterans are encouraged to applyAbility to operate tactfully under stressFlexibility to change in routinesAt least 23 years of ageAble to work with high-risk special needs studentsGood driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferredBenefits
Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance ProgramsMedical Insurance enrollment is available to full-time employees on their date of hire.
No waiting period.10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly PayGenerous Paid Time Off Benefits for salaried positions403(b) Investment Options
About Menta Academy PlainfieldMenta Academy Plainfield is a unique concept in therapeutic day schools that uses open spaces to engage students academically through both project-based and traditional academic approaches. The use of technology at school helps to engage students at all skill levels and age groups with the central focus being on 21st century learning, to prepare students for 21st century opportunities.Positive student outcomes drive the MAP team to engage students in a variety of ways as students have choices in the manner in which they can show and increase their successful progress, determination, and overall grit in an academic and transitional setting. Motivated staff leads to motivated students.Menta Academy Plainfield is a springboard school that prepares diverse learners for the next steps, whether the end goal is independent living, reintegration, graduation, adult programming, or college. Welcoming students from K-22, MAP is prepared and proud to be a contributing part to student success.Students Served: PK-21Professional Association Membership and PartnershipsThe Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with various associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Menta Education Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.
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