Paraprofessional at Elementary School 24-25

Equality Charter School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Equality Charter School in New York, NY seeks a paraprofessional to provide 1:1 academic and behavioral support for students and assist in classroom instruction.

The role emphasizes clear communication, patience, and collaboration with teachers to support student learning and behavior in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

This temporary position offers an opportunity to contribute to NYC DOE paraprofessional program and develop professional skills within Equality's supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to assist in classroom instruction and learning.
• Great attention to detail and ability to work closely with students.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 academic support for students.
• Provide behavioral support and monitor progress.
• Assist in classroom instruction under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Student support

Behavioral support

Patience

Attention to detail

Job description

Equality Charter School (http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/) provides a high level of academic rigor in a nurturing learning community that will prepare scholars to be career-ready in college. Our mission is to ensure each scholar reaches individual academic and personal success through a nurturing, scholar-centered approach; and our approach is to serve any scholar, including those who are under-performing or who are from families in need of more resources.

We offer a positive school environment, we value academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs, we use proactive strategies for teaching appropriate behaviors, and we use MTSS to engage scholars. Our holistic programming focuses on career exploration, extensive athletics, art, health, and a host of special days, like career day and a borough-wide college fair.

Advantages of teaching at Equality include an emphasis on knowledge-sharing practices, frequent training and targeted professional development opportunities and opportunities for teacher leadership within the organization.'

We are currently seeking a Paraprofessional to provide 1:1 academic and behavioral support for students.

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to assist in classroom instruction and learning
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work closely with students
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and patient at all times
• Knowledge of classroom subjects
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Please note:This position is targeted for up to two months. Our hope is that the right candidate can continue the relationship with Equality Charter School through NYC DOE's paraprofessional program.

Equality is an equal opportunity employer.

Want to learn more? Check out the links below to learn more about Equality Charter School:

• Equality Website - http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/
• Equality's Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/equalitycharterschool/
• Equality News Site - http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/news/
• Equality's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/2769597?trk=hp-feed-company-name
• Executive Director Caitlin Franco's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-franco-47434111