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Classroom Security Paraprofessional

Job Description
As a Paraprofessional 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.
Country Club Hills, IL
Staff Hours 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Mon-Fri, following a 10-Month school calendar
Illinois PERC or Military Veteran with DD-214
Experience with School, Hospital, Mental Health, or Municipal Safety

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 (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

  • 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

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:
  • 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:
  • Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's category.
About Country Club Hills Tech & Trade

At CCH, we are dedicated to transforming lives and empowering our students through individualized support and exceptional instruction. Our mission is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where students of all abilities can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our core values drive our commitment to each student’s success. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, where every student is valued for their unique strengths and potential. Through personalized educational plans, we strive to meet the individual needs of each student, recognizing that no two learners are alike.

Our passionate and highly skilled educators are devoted to creating a safe and engaging learning environment. They employ innovative teaching strategies, leveraging technology and evidence-based practices, to unlock each student’s full potential. With a focus on differentiated instruction, we provide tailored support, addressing academic challenges and nurturing personal growth.

We understand that the journey to success extends beyond the classroom. Our comprehensive approach encompasses therapeutic interventions, counseling services, and a collaborative network of professionals, including social workers, speech therapists, and occupational therapists. We work closely with families and the broader community to ensure a holistic support system for our students.

We are committed to fostering resilience, self-advocacy, and lifelong learning skills. We empower students to become confident, independent thinkers and compassionate individuals who are prepared to navigate the complexities of the world. Through a combination of academic excellence, therapeutic support, and personalized attention, we strive to equip our students with the tools they need to overcome obstacles, reach their full potential, and discover their own unique paths to success.

The Country Club Hills Tech and Trade Center Transition Program is for young adults, ages 18-22, with unique learning, behavioral, social and emotional needs. This program helps prepare our Trainees for adulthood by providing career exploration, customized employment, specialized vocational and academic instruction embedded with Social Emotional Learning, and comprehensive support services.

Classroom instruction provides students with individualized strategies that are tailor made to meet the unique needs of each student. Our staff provide Trainees with frequent feedback, that is positive in nature, regarding their behavior and skills as they engage with others during the school day and while in the community. As Trainees continue to refine their skills, they have opportunities to generalize and apply their newly developed skills in various activities out in the community with the support of staff members.

The Transition Program also utilizes a pay level system to teach and reinforce LABOR expectations and the related skills needed to meet those expectations. Trainees earn work points by participating in assigned tasks and activities. Behavior points are earned for appropriate behavior. Bonus Points may be earned for meeting their LABOR expectations. Trainees enter our program on Level One and progress to Level Four. Students receive bi-monthly paychecks that are calculated based on the number of points earned and the Trainee’s pay level.

Students who are not engaged in the learning process and cannot be easily redirected or re-engaged are referred to the Unemployment Office. The focus while in this space is on teaching and reinforcing prosocial behaviors utilizing a variety of non-restrictive behavioral interventions that are consistent with the student’s behavior intervention plan.

Our holistic educational approach, that is modeled after real life experiences in the workplace, learning environment, and community is designed to support each Trainee as they strive to reach their individualized level of independence.

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.

What this application asks

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Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL

  • Pronouns choose one · optional
  • Legal Name and Other name(s) Include previous last names, surname aka, shortened names/name variations and nicknames. Include Legal Name if not previously provided in name field. written answer
  • Street Address
  • City
  • State/Province choose one · optional
  • Zip Code
  • High School - Name, City and State
  • What is your highest attained degree? choose one · optional
  • Undergraduate University choose one · optional
  • Undergraduate Degree and/or Coursework optional
  • Masters and/or PHD University choose one · optional
  • Masters and/or PHD Degree / Coursework optional
  • If you are currently working towards a degree, what is your anticipated completion date? optional
  • Do you know any language(s) other than English? If so, please indicate which language(s) below: written answer · optional
  • Were you referred by a current Menta Employee? If so, please name: written answer · optional
  • Are you over 21 years of age? choose one
  • Are you willing to undergo a drug test in order to work in our school? choose one
  • Are you eligible to work in the United States? choose one
  • Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense, other than a minor traffic violation (You are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions or arrests)**see below choose one · optional
  • ** You do not need to respond to this question until after you have been selected for an interview or otherwise deemed to be qualified as a candidate for the position you are seeking. Additionally, a conviction record will not automatically result in disqualification for employment - the nature, date(s), rehabilitation, and relation to job sought will be considered. optional
  • If yes, please explain and provide dates: written answer · optional
  • Have you ever had any indicated finding of child abuse filed in your name? choose one
  • Does your name appear on any sex offender database in any state or country? choose one
  • CONSENT TO BACKGROUND CHECK: Section 10-21.9 of The School Code of the State of Illinois and A.R.S. 15-534(A) in Arizona (“Applicable School Code”) require that an applicant for employment with a school district is required, as a condition of employment, to authorize a fingerprint investigation to ascertain if the applicant has been convicted of certain criminal offenses. The Applicable School Code also stipulates that the School District perform a check on the Statewide Sex Offender Database. Should I be a candidate for employment with Special Education Services, I agree to authorize both investigations and will allow myself to be fingerprinted as a part of this investigation. Candidate may not be employed unless such investigation has been initiated. I certify that the information given by me in this application is true in all respects, and I agree that if the information given is found to be false or misleading in any way, it shall be considered sufficient cause for denial of employment or, if already hired, discharge. I authorize the use of any information in the application to verify my statement, and I authorize past employers, all references and any other person to answer all questions asked concerning my ability, character, reputation, previous employment and education record or anything else contained in this application. I expressly release all such third parties from any liability or damages on account of having furnished such information, as well as Special Education Services for seeking any verification of such information contained in this application. yes / no · optional
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  • Do you have a valid Driver's License? choose one
  • Do you have a valid Passenger Endorsement on your Driver's License choose one · optional
  • Do you have a CDL-B License choose one
  • Name, Title, Place of Employment ,Phone, Email and where you worked with Reference written answer · optional
  • Name, Title, Place of Employment ,Phone, Email and where you worked with Reference written answer · optional
  • Name, Title, Place of Employment ,Phone, Email and where you worked with Reference written answer · optional
  • Name, Title, Place of Employment ,Phone, Email and where you worked with Reference written answer · optional
  • Do you hold a state teaching license or certificate? choose one · optional
  • Do you hold a state Paraprofessional Certification? choose one · optional
  • What state has, or will be, issuing your license/certificate? optional
  • Do you have any other endorsements and/or verifications documented on your license(s)? written answer · optional
  • Please provide your IDFPR License Number, Certification Type (e.g. Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist), Status (e.g. Active) and Expiration Date written answer · optional

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