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Instructional Assistant with Student Transportation

United States·PhoenixFull-Timemid

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Job Description As an Instructional Assistant with Student Transportation responsibilities 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…

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Job Description

As an Instructional Assistant with Student Transportation responsibilities 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. You will also be responsible for driving a route of students to and from school, using school equipment (van).

Must have Valid Driver's license and be willing to use School Van to transport students before & after school Mon-Fri. School Hours 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Route hours before & after school vary.

Benefits & Paid Benefit Time Off

Provide academic support within the classroom

Manage classroom behaviors

Act as a Teaching/Instructional Assistant in the classroom

Drive/Transport Students to and from school, using a school van.

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

Valid Driver's license w/good driving record.

Willing and able to drive student van before & after school

Registered Behavior Technician, Youth Worker, Mental Healthcare Technician, or ABA Technician experience is helpful.

Substitute Teacher Certification or Bachelor's Degree preferred

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

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

Southwest Academy

In addition to providing a rigorous and excellent education for students, Southwest Academy offers a short-term placement for students facing suspension from their home schools, reducing the likelihood of repeat behaviors. The academy provides academic and social emotional support to high-risk children and adolescents aged 5-22, with a no refusal, no suspension, no expulsion policy. E32

We believe that every child can and will learn. Our goal is to ensure that all students master the academic and social skills necessary for an independent and productive life. We create an Optimal Learning Environment that is well structured, engaging, safe, instructional, and responsive to students needs.

SWA services students from nine surrounding school districts.

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.