1:1 Instructional Assistant
Casa Grande, AZ
Classroom Support – Teacher Assistants /
Full-Time /
On-site
Job Description
As a 1:1 Instructional Assistant with The Menta 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.
Responsibilities
- Individually monitor the assigned student addressing academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns as noted in the IEP under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
- Prepare and adapt materials for use in the classroom; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
- Inform clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
- Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
- Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
- Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
- Have awareness of other students in the program in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
- Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
- Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
- Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
- Support and promote administrative policies and goals.
Qualifications
- Prior school/instructional assistant experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to operate tactfully under stress
- Flexibility to change in routines
- At least 23 years of age
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefit Plans
- 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay (if sub-certified)
- Generous Paid Time Off Benefits
- 403(b) Investment Options
Southwest Education Center - Casa Grande
Southwest Education Center - Casa Grande is deeply dedicated to the comprehensive '3-C Ready' initiative, with a laser focus on preparing students for College, ensuring they are primed for their Careers, and instilling the virtues of active Citizenship. We are unwavering in our mission to provide educational experiences that resonate with the personal and developmental journeys of each individual learner, fostering an atmosphere where every student's potential can truly be realized.
Our classrooms are not just rooms but ecosystems of active engagement and tailored learning experiences, where educational excellence and behavioral growth are celebrated daily. At Southwest Education Center - Casa Grande, we create a nurturing environment that stimulates students to become active participants in their learning process. This active participation paves the way for a lifetime of success, equipping our students with the necessary skills to navigate their future with confidence and purpose.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta 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 Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.
