What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPED Support Professional position at Accel Therapies?
About Accel Therapies
We specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other therapies, providing best-in-class treatment programs for children with autism and other developmental needs within a comfortable, positive, and family-oriented environment. Our focus is on individual connections with our clients and commitment to life-changing outcomes for families.
Our team is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our clients and their families.
Why Choose Accel Therapies?
We offer a range of benefits that make us a standout place to grow your career:
- Compensation and Benefits
- $250 Sign on Bonus
- $12-14 / hour depending on experience, degree, certifications, etc.
- Healthcare (medical / vision / dental) benefits for employees who average 30 hours per week (full-time threshold)
- 401k available with company match and vesting schedule
- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
- iPad with 4G LTE connectivity that stays with you
- Quick career progression, short performance review cycles, and plenty of career development opportunities
- Bonusly rewards that allow you to give and receive recognition from colleagues
- A team-based environment gives you opportunities to connect with colleagues and build lasting relationships
Now, your role: Sped Paraprofessional
Job Description
As a Behavioral Aide, you will work under the supervision of teachers to support students with behavioral challenges. We are seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students, possess strong math and literacy education skills, and excel in classroom and behavior management.
Responsibilities
- Instruction: Providing supplemental instruction to individual students or small groups
- Behavior: Monitoring student behavior and communication, redirecting inappropriate behaviors, and administering behavior intervention programs
- Social and Emotional Development: Helping students build social skills and foster healthy concepts
- Materials: Assisting teachers in developing and using materials to enhance learning
- Clerical: Preparing, typing, duplicating, and filing instructional materials, maintaining student records, and communicating with parents
- Problem-Solving: Participating in the Problem-Solving Model-Response to Intervention (PSM-RtI) process to help determine intervention plans and Individualized Education Program (IEP) services
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required
- An individual who is at least eighteen years of age; and
- Can demonstrate the knowledge, have the skills needed to support the program to which they are assigned; and
- Meet the paraprofessional requirements as defined in IDAPA 08.02.02, Rules Governing Uniformity.
- Previous experience working with children in a school setting, daycare, or Montessori environment is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
Salary : $12 - $14
