National Heritage Academies

Special Education Paraprofessional at Buffalo United Charter School 2026-27 School Year

National Heritage Academies  •  Buffalo, NY (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

School Information:

Located in Buffalo, NY, Buffalo United Charter School opened in 2004 and serves K-8 students every year. At Buffalo United, you can connect passion with purpose.


To learn more about Buffalo United Charter School click here

Why Choose Buffalo United Charter School:

  • World class professional development and instructional materials.

  • Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.

  • Safe learning environment.

  • Competitive benefits at affordable rates.

  • Strong leadership team driving success.


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:
This position requires you to hold one of the following licenses:

  • Level I Teaching Assistant Certificate,
  • Level II Teaching Assistant Certificate,
  • Level III Teaching Assistant Certificate,
  • Initial Teaching Assistant Certificate,
  • OR Professional Teaching Assistant Certificate.

    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.


Please click here to find out more about our core values.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

$18.25 is the pay range for this role. Pay determination is based on experience, education, internal equity, and market as defined by NHA.

National Heritage Academies

About National Heritage Academies

National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with community groups to build and operate public charter schools. Founded in 1995, today NHA partners with over 100 schools in nine states, serving more than 60,000 students K-12. NHA’s system of schools is designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in high school, college, and beyond.

Elevating Education. Building Character.™

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, MI
Year Founded
1995
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