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Paraprofessional with Student Transportation

mentaBusiness & Finance
Pay
$17.97–$27.06/hour
Work mode
On-site
Full Time
Location
Gillespie, IL

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As a Paraprofessional who provides Student Transportation with 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. You will also provide student transportation to and from school, using school equipment (van or bus).  
 
904 N Hard Rd, Gillespie, IL 62033
Hiring for All Grade Levels K-21, Small Self-Contained Rooms
Direct Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract)

Responsibilities

  • Use school transportation equipment (van or bus) to transport students to and from school
  • Within the Classroom: Manage classroom behaviors
  • 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

  • Valid Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement
  • Preferred but not required CDL-B
  • Must be Age 23 or Older
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Paraprofessional Certification is ideal, but not required
  • Absolutely must be punctual and have good attendance 
  • Have an established work history of transportation and demonstrated length-of-stay in jobs
  • Must have patience and a willingness to work with students that require behavior and emotional support
  • Must Have Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
  • Pass drug and criminal background screening procedures

    • 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:
  • Compensation Information:
  • https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
  • Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's category.
  • 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:https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
    • Menta Academy Gillespie
    904 N Hard Road, Gillespie, IL 62033
    PK-21 Special Education
     
    The staff at Menta Academy Gillespie 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.
     
    Students Served: PK-21
     
    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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