Special Education Paraprofessional at Peak Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies · Apex

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

School Information:

Located in Apex, NC, Peak Charter Academy opened in 2017 and serves students K-8. At Peak, you can connect passion with purpose.

To learn more about Peak Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Peak Charter Academy:

5-time winner of Cary Magazine's Best Public School 2019-2023.
Cary Magazine's Best Elementary School Principal 2019-2024.
Cary Magazine's Best Middle School Principal 2023.
NCDPI's Inaugural Charter School Principal of the Year 2021.
Recognized as one of the best Middle Schools by US News.
Incredibly diverse community.
Differentiated professional development opportunities at local, state, and national levels.
Safe learning environment and close partnerships with local police and fire departments.
Unique instructional model with national recognition of results.

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.

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.