PARAPROFESSIONAL

Rite of Passage; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage is seeking a Paraprofessional for the Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, AR. This role supports the Education Department with instructional services and classroom management for at-risk youth.

A paraprofessional certification and associate degree are required, with a Monday–Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM schedule, and a path to growth within a secure residential setting. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k match, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Active Parapro Certification.
• 21 years or older.
• Ability to pass background check, drug, TB and physical tests.
• Ability to pass search of abuse registries.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional services to students under the direction of certified staff.
• Deliver and assist in instruction of classes.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies.
• Conduct small group and individual instruction as needed.
• Track attendance and maintain weekly grades.
• Ensure student grades are posted.

Skills

Team Player

Detail Oriented

Dedicated

Education

Associate’s Degree

Parapro Certification

Associates or higher

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Paraprofessional at The Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, Arkansas

AJATC is a secure residential program for at-risk male and female youth, located on 110 acres just outside of Little Rock, AR. Through our trained programming for staff, AJATC promotes a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. Our campus features residential student dormitories, on-site school and library, vocational training program, chapel, gymnasium, medical and an outdoor recreation area. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.

Pay: $18.01 per hour; can increase with more education and experience

$1000 Bonus for Completion of Essential Skills!

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!

What you will do: The Paraprofessional works as an active team member of the Education Department, providing instructional services to students. This position takes direction from certified staff to deliver and assist in instruction of classes and implements effective classroom management strategies. The Paraprofessional will conduct small group instruction, as well as individual instruction to students, as necessary. You will be required to track attendance, maintain weekly grades, and ensure student grades are available and posted.

To be considered you should:

• Possess an Associate’s Degree
• Have obtained an active Parapro Certification
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
• Must meet the requirements to become an ROP eligible driver, including having a valid Driver's License

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Paraprofessional, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

• Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
• Work-Life Balance : Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Associates or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year: Paraprofessional

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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