Special Education Paraprofessional at North Dayton School of Discovery 2026-27 School Year

National Heritage Academies

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Dayton, Ohio

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide instructional and behavioral support to students based on their Individual Education Plans (IEP) or 504 plans. Implement result-driven curriculum and assist with required compliance documentation for the special education team.

Qualifications

You will assist students with disabilities by implementing their individualized education plans and supporting their academic, moral, and social development. You should be able to defuse challenging situations and have prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities, although this is preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

IEP

504

behavior modification

Job Description

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week. 

School Information:

Located in Dayton, OH, North Dayton School of Discovery opened in 2002 and serves students K-8. At North Dayton, you can connect passion with purpose.


To learn more about North Dayton School of Discovery click here.

Why Choose North Dayton School of Discovery:

  • Starting pay above market scales.
  • Experienced leadership team.
  • Outperforming local districts on state tests.
  • High level of support for all staff.
  • Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras.
  • High parent involvement.
  • Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
  • Dean support model.


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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