Paraprofessional at Advantage Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Baker (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Charter Academy in Baker, LA seeks a dedicated educational assistant to support students across K-8. The role focuses on providing instructional assistance in reading, writing, and math, and collaborating with teachers to promote growth.

The position emphasizes whole-student development—academic, moral, and social—while participating in professional development and school-wide initiatives in a dynamic charter school community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or with school-age children (preferred).
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing.
• Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

Skills

Education experience

Reading instruction

Math support

Tech literacy

Job description

School Information

Located in Baker, LA, Advantage Charter Academy opened in 2014 and serves 600+ K-8 students every year. At Advantage, you can connect passion with purpose.

Job Description

Located in Baker, LA, Advantage Charter Academy opened in 2014 and serves 600+ K-8 students every year. At Advantage, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Advantage Charter Academy

• B-rated school, ranked as the top school in Baker.
• Vibrant school culture fostering positivity and inclusivity.
• Personalized coaching support tailored for individual growth.
• Abundance of leadership opportunities for students and staff alike.
• Enthusiastic scholars eager to engage in learning.
• Continuous professional development opportunities both within and outside the school premises.
• Proud recipient of various awards including Family Favorite Charter, Staff Satisfaction, Safety, Parent Recognition, and Chambers of Commerce accolades.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing.
• Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school or with school age children – preferred.
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.