Paraprofessional at Emerson Academy

National Heritage Academies; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for staff

Cameras on site

Parental involvement

Safe learning environment

Job summary

Emerson Academy of Dayton in Dayton, OH, seeks a paraprofessional to support students 1:1 or in small groups and assist teachers with reading, writing, and math instruction. The role emphasizes the whole-student approach and collaboration with staff and families.

The school prides itself on a safe environment, experienced leadership, and strong parental involvement, with a focus on student growth and performance.

Qualifications

• Must meet state requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Experience working in a school or with school-age children preferred.
• Ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Ability to navigate technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance in 1:1 or group workshops as directed.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve growth from fall to spring testing.
• Attend professional development and articulation meetings with teachers and parents as required.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Mathematics support

Educational tech

Education

State requirements for Title 1 paraprofessional

Tools

Educational software

Job description

School Information:

Located in Dayton, OH, Emerson Academy of Dayton opened in 2005 and serves 675+ K‑8 students every year. At Emerson, you can connect purpose with passion.

Job Description

Located in Dayton, OH, Emerson Academy of Dayton opened in 2005 and serves 675+ K‑8 students every year. At Emerson, you can connect purpose with passion.

Why Choose Emerson Academy of Dayton:

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Experienced leadership team.
• Outperforming local districts on state tests.
• High level of support for all staff.
• Safe learning environment with external and internal cameras.
• High parent involvement.
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).
• Dean support model.

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:

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

• 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.