Special Education Paraprofessional at Keystone Academy (2026-27 School Year)

National Heritage Academies

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Sumpter Township, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The paraprofessional will provide instructional and behavioral support to students based on their IEP or 504 plans. They are also responsible for maintaining compliance documentation and participating in team meetings.

Qualifications

Keystone Academy is looking for a Special Education Paraprofessional to provide instructional and behavioral assistance to students, supporting their IEPs and 504-behavior plans. The role requires meeting state requirements for a Title 1 paraprofessional and the ability to work collaboratively with the special education team and parents, attending meetings and trainings as needed.

Job Description

This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week.

School Information:

Located in Belleville, MI, Keystone Academy opened in 2003 and serving students Young5-8. At Keystone, you can connect passion with purpose.


To learn more about Keystone Academy click here.

Why Choose Keystone Academy:

  • Recognized for staff satisfaction, culture, and safety.

  • Parent satisfaction has been 93% for the past three years, putting us in the top 10 of the 102 NHA schools.

  • Keystone is a Top Ten Charter Middle School in Michigan.

  • Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.

  • World class professional development and instructional materials.


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.

  • Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.

  • Assist with the required compliance documentation.


Qualifications:
Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
Click here 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.


Please click here to find out more about our core values.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

National Heritage Academies

National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with community groups to build and operate public charter schools. Founded in 1995, today NHA partners with over 100 schools in nine states, serving more than 60,000 students K-12. NHA’s system of schools is designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in high school, college, and beyond. Elevating Education. Building Character.™
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