Paraprofessional (2026-2027)

BRICK Networks; Newark (NJ); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Retirement

Health

Vision

Dental

Résumé du poste

BRICK Gateway Academy in Newark, NJ seeks a paraprofessional educator to support teachers with small and large groups, tutoring, and classroom supervision. This role is ideal for someone aiming to grow in education and become a Teacher In Training in the future.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, supervising students, and providing accommodations to diverse learners. A high school diploma and US work authorization are required; prior experience with children is preferred, with fringe

Qualifications

• Unwavering commitment to academic and personal development of students.
• Eagerness to set ambitious goals and work to achieve them.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and stay calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a diverse group of people.
• Proficiency with Google Docs/Sheets and Excel.

Responsabilités

• Assist teachers in the classroom—gather materials, lead small groups, tutor students.
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom.
• Support students in their learning with accommodations and modifications.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Experience with children

Computer proficiency

Formation

High school diploma

Outils

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Excel

Description du poste

OUR MISSION

BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career. By creating a comprehensive network of services, we are righting the wrongs of racial and economic inequality and paving the way for families to forge futures abundant with opportunity, wellness, and joy

OUR VISION

BRICK envisions a world of racial and economic justice, where every child and family has the support they need to learn, achieve, and work towards a fulfilling life of personal and collective prosperity.

To learn more about BRICK, please visit http://www.brickeducation.org

BRICK currently has schools in two regions: Newark, New Jersey, and Buffalo, New York.

BRICK Gateway Academy Charter School is our Newark location. As a full K-12 continuum, we start our college-focused academic programming in kindergarten and yield better results for Newark students for generations to come. We are more than a school; we are a full ecosystem of supports from cradle to career. We provide our families with free wraparound services like prenatal care, career services, and housing support. Our high school alumni receive up to six years of post-graduate assistance. BRICK Gateway Academy attracts a diverse staff devoted to nurturing our students’ intellect and identities in order to prepare them to graduate from college and to chart their own course.

To learn more about our Newark location, BRICK Gateway Academy, please visit https://www.gatewayacademy.org

Overview

Role: The paraprofessional educator works with small or large groups of students under the leadership of the certified classroom teacher. The role is ideal for someone looking to grow in the education field and possibly become a Teacher In Training in future years.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist teachers in the classroom - gathering materials, leading small groups of students, and tutoring students
• Supervise students in the classroom and outside the classroom
• Support students in their learning
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications to students

Qualifications

• An unwavering commitment to the academic success and personal development of our students;
• An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them;
• An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
• Proficiency in working with computers, including commonly used software like Google Documents, Google Sheets, and Excel
• Prior experience working with children strongly preferred
• A high school diploma is required
• Ideal candidates have a deep passion for educating scholars
• Current authorization to work in the United States – A candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
• Exemplifying the BRICK core values (community rootedness, achievement , commitment , identity , empathy and curiosity.)

Salary, Goals and Employment Period

• Salary Range: Competitive compensation package; Based upon previous experience
• Full time
• Employment Period: 11 Months
• Fringe Benefits: Retirement, Health, Vision, Dental

BRICK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. BRICK promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

$36,000 - $50,000 a year