Paraprofessional with CDL-B
The Menta Education Group
Woodstock
Job Description
Job DescriptionAs a Paraprofessional with CDL-B at The Menta Education 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. In addition the Paraprofessional with CDL-B will provide student transportation to and from school and "as needed" during school hours.
This is a Paraprofessional position combined with a CDL-B Student Transportation position.
Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Following a school calendar.
Paraprofessional Hours are from 7:30 am to 3 pm Mon-Fri
Driving Route Time is Before & After the 7:30 am to 3 pm Shift
Responsibilities
- Manage classroom behaviors
- Provide CDL-B Transportation to and from school and "as needed" during school hours.
- Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff
- Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
- Maintain classroom order and safety (Security)Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting
- Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior
- Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions Respond to emergency situations
- Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors
- Think quickly, independently, and tactfully
Qualifications
- CDL-B
- Paraprofessional certification or the ability to obtain Paraprofessional certification
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students
- Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
- Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is preferred
- Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
- Ability to operate tactfully under stress
- Flexibility to change in routines
- At least 23 years of age
Compensation & Benefits
- In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
- Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:
- Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:
- Compensation Information:
- Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's category.
- The CDL-B driver position is paid at $19.50 per hour.
$ $27.06 an hour
CDL-B Drive Time $19.50/hr
Menta Academy Woodstock serves grades PK – 12+ and is dedicated to seeing that each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready.
Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group ("Menta") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta's office.
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