PARAPROFESSIONAL/TEACHING ASSISTANT: SAN TAN VALLEY, AZ
Organization Overview
The Menta Group has a reputation for giving professionals the tools to be successful in any educational
environment. With over 30 years of experience in the Arizona educational system staff receive the highest degree
of training and ongoing support. Our programming focuses on collaboration between all members of the team in
order to meet the needs of our students. At the Menta Group, we are constantly looking to build upon the
strengths of our staff and provide opportunities for growth and development within the organization. Through the
fostering of a collaborative environment and innovative ideas for meeting student needs, all of our staff play a
critical role in the proven success rate of our students. The Menta Group is committed to providing you with
ongoing training and support as well as in opportunities to invest in furthering your education.
We are currently seeking individuals for our paraprofessional/teaching assistant position for our Autism program in
the San Tan Valley in Arizona. Our program provides optimal and rigorous education to students in kindergarten
through 12th grade who are challenged by social-emotional, learning, communication and behavioral difficulties.
We utilize a structured teaching model that nurtures communication, self-help, academic, behavioral, and socialemotional growth in a positive learning environment, with a focus on preparation for postsecondary education,
employment, and citizenship.
Duties of the Teacher Assistant consist of:
● Provide instructional and behavioral support for students with behavioral/emotional/social/learning
disorders.
● Provide behavior support in the classroom and intervention room
● Assist teacher with preparing and adapting materials
● Maintain classroom order, safety and materials
● Communicate behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff
● Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
● Participate in problem solving meeting regarding student, classroom, and schoolwide needs
Qualifications:
● High School Diploma or GED
● State Certified Paraprofessional preferred
● Post High School at least 23 years of age
● Previous experience working with special needs children preferred
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Dependability in attendance and punctuality
Flexibility to change in routines
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Clean driving record/must be able to drive student van preferred
This position offers an access to medical, dental, vision plans, 403(b), sick pay, holiday pay, and personal/vacation
days. The salary range is comparable for the position and area, depending upon certification and qualifications.
How to apply:
www.thementagroup.org/careers/apply
Send resume to: [email protected]
Fax: (480) 308-7301
www.thementagroup.org
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