Education Support Specialist

22 hours ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States The Menta Education Group Full time

About The Menta Education Group

The Menta Education Group has evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools.

As an Education Support Specialist, you will work 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:

  • Manage classroom behaviors
  • Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff
  • Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
  • Maintain classroom order and safety
  • 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

Qualifications:

  • Paraprofessional experience is helpful
  • Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful
  • Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
  • 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
  • Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferred

Benefits:

  • Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
  • Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full-time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
  • 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
  • Generous Paid Time Off Benefits for salaried employees
  • 403(b) Investment Options

Salary: $45,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on qualifications and location.

About This Role:

This role requires a strong ability to work with students who have varying levels of need, including those with disabilities. The ideal candidate will be patient, understanding, and able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.

What We Offer:

The Menta Education Group offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We value our employees and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment.


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