Alternative Learning Paraprofessional Grades 9-12

Siloam Springs School District; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Siloam Springs School District seeks a Grades 9-12 Alternative Learning Paraprofessional to support students under the ALE Principal/ALE Instructor. The role emphasizes behavioral, social, and emotional support aimed at helping students meet curricular goals, with collaboration across the alternative education team.

The position is a 185-day contract with benefits. Candidates should have a high school diploma, college credits or an associate’s degree, and demonstrate a commitment to student

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher is required.
• At least two years of college credit or an associate's degree or higher.
• Evidence of passing Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment per Arkansas requirements.
• Desire to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral success through evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral support for students who may be aggressive or disruptive.
• Support social, emotional, and behavioral needs to help meet curricular standards and goals.
• Collaborate with alternative education staff for student success.
• Provide administrative assistant support as needed.
• Provide classroom support as needed.

Skills

Behavioral support

Student support

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college credit

Associate’s Degree or higher

Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Grades 9-12 Alternative Learning Paraprofessional

FLSA: Non-exempt

REPORTS TO: ALE Principal/ALE Instructor

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma
• At least one (1) of the following:
• Two (2) years of college credit
• An Associate’s Degree or higher
• Evidence of passing the Arkansas State Board of Education adopted Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment
• Desire to support students’ social/emotional/behavioral success through evidence based practices at school

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

185-day contract with benefits according to Siloam Springs School

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Work under the direction of the alternative learning principal to provide the following:

• Behavioral support for students who may be aggressive or disruptive
• Social/Emotional/Behavioral support that assist students in achieving curricular standards and goals
• Collaborative responsibility with alternative education staff for student success
• Administrative Assistant support as needed
• Classroom support as needed

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain confidentiality
• Present and communicate in a professional manner
• Other duties as assigned by administration and alternative learning classroom teacher

Primary Location

Main Street Academy

Salary Range

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