2025-2026 Paraprofessional-SCS

Academics Plus Charter School; Arkansas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Plus Charter Schools, Inc. seeks a Paraprofessional at the Scott Charter campus located at 15306 Alexander Rd., Scott, AR 72142. The position supports instructional activities and classroom management from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with 60 college hours or an Associate Degree, or passing the ParaPro Praxis Exam. Reports to the School Principal and duties include assisting in materials preparation and student supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 60 college hours or Associate Degree or ParaPro Praxis Exam.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and activities.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Supervise students throughout the school day in classroom, cafeteria, bus duty and playground.
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist in inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Prepare required administrative reports.

Education

High school diploma with 60 college hours or Associate Degree or ParaPro Praxis Exam

Job description

LOCATION: Scott Charter School - 15306 Alexander Rd. - Scott, AR 72142

Academics Plus Charter Schools, Inc. (APCSI) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Paraprofessional at the Scott Charter campus. Daily hours will be from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

The position of theParaprofessionalis to assist in providing a well-organized, smooth functioning classroom environment in which all children can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource material.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma with at least 60 college hours or Associate Degree or have passed the ParaPro Praxis Exam.

REPORTS TO:

School Principal

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a relentless commitment to the academic achievement of all students.
2. Maintain professional behavior, appearance, and work ethic to represent the school in a positive manner at all times.
3. Articulate a positive image of the school and personnel.
4. Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials, classroom displays, and instructional activities.
5. Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
6. Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
7. Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including cafeteria, bus duty, and playground.
8. Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
9. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
10. Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
11. Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
12. Communicate positively with students, parents, visitors and staff.
13. Maintain a positive attitude and represent the school in a positive manner at all times.
14. Effectively and positively communicate orally and in writing.
15. Other duties as assigned by principals.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.