Elementary Paraprofessional - Instructional Support & PBIS

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR is seeking a K-5 Paraprofessional to support student learning and safety under teacher direction. The role includes small-group intervention, PBIS reinforcement, and intensive documentation. The position starts immediately with a $30,000 annual salary.

The academy is a public charter serving Little Rock, Arkansas, and requires collaboration with teachers and leaders to ensure safe, inclusive classrooms and effective student progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet Arkansas paraprofessional qualification requirements (credit, associate degree, or state-approved assessment).
• CPR/First Aid certification required when assigned or obtained within the timeframe.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide teacher-directed small-group and individual intervention using approved lessons and routines.
• Administer or support mCLASS benchmark/progress-monitoring activities as trained.
• Reinforce classroom instruction and school routines with PBIS expectations.
• Actively supervise students during lunch, recess, arrivals, dismissals and transitions.
• Prepare materials, organize learning spaces, document observations and maintain records.

Skills

Experience working with children

Patience

Classroom behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

mCLASS

Clever

Job description

Exalt Academy of Southwest Little Rock - AR is seeking a K-5 Paraprofessional to support student learning and safety under teacher direction. The role includes small-group intervention, PBIS reinforcement, and intensive documentation. The position starts immediately with a $30,000 annual salary.

The academy is a public charter serving Little Rock, Arkansas, and requires collaboration with teachers and leaders to ensure safe, inclusive classrooms and effective student progress.