Crisis Behavior Instructional Assistant at The Menta Education Group

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DescriptionAs an Instructional Assistant with The Menta EducationGroup, 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.Staff Hours 7:45 am to 3:15 pm, Mon-Fri, Following a 10-Month School CalendarBenefits & Paid Benefit Time Off including during school breaks ResponsibiltiesProvide academic support within the classroomManage classroom behaviorsEngage with students and redirect, de-escalateReport behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staffImplement and maintain behavioral program policies and dataMaintain classroom order and safety (Security)Provide general supervision of students inside the school settingAssist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behaviorMaintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions Respond to emergency situationsProvide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviorsThink quickly, independently, and tactfullyQualificationsEducation or background in kinesiology, sports, coaching, sports movement, physical education, personal training is helpfulExperience in behavioral science, registered behavior technician, or mental health technician is helpfulSecurity or Juvenile Justice background is helpfulMilitary Veterans are encouraged to applyAbility to operate tactfully under stressFlexibility to change in routinesAt least 23 years of ageAble to work with high-risk special needs studentsGood driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferredBenefitsBenefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance ProgramsMedical 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 employees403(b) Investment OptionsAbout Harbourview Academy Phoenix HarbourView Academy is a special education school in Phoenix that not only provides a rigorous education but also a temporary short-term placement called Alternative to Suspension (ATS) for students who would otherwise be suspended from their home schools.The safe environment and special education curriculum in our Phoenix school reduces the number of out-of-school suspensions and provides support to help students reintegrate into their home schools successfully.At our school in Phoenix, we cater to the academic and social-emotional needs of high-risk children and adolescents aged 5 through 22. Our no-refusal, no-suspension, no-expulsion policy offers a continuum of services to meet the needs of this challenging student population. We believe every child can learn and our goal is to ensure students master the necessary academic and social skills for an independent and productive life. Our well-structured, engaging, safe, and instructional Optimal Learning Environment and special education program in Phoenix is responsive to student needs.Students Served: PK-21 Professional Associations and/or PartnershipsThe 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 EmployerThe 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.