Paraprofessional at Inspire Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

National Heritage Academies in Baton Rouge is seeking a Title 1 paraprofessional to support student learning across K-8 settings. The role centers on 1:1 and small-group interventions, collaborating with teachers and parents, and upholding the school’s character and growth goals.

This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week with a starting salary that reflects local market rates. The campus emphasizes high achievement, ongoing professional development, and a supportive, collaborative team

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.

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.

Job description

Job Description

This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week. Located in Baton Rouge, LA, Inspire Charter Academy has outperformed the local school district on the state report card. Opening our doors in 2010 and serving students K-8, we create endless opportunities for our students to become their best. We even have a Booked and Busy Business Club to build entrepreneurial mindsets and financial know-how for our middle schoolers. Some of our students have also been honored as nominees for the Louisiana Student of the Year program. We inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help students apply critical-thinking skills to solve real-world problems. We build kids of character through our moral focus program. As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in high school, college, and beyond.

Job DescriptionThis position is scheduled for 35 hours per week. Located in Baton Rouge, LA, Inspire Charter Academy has outperformed the local school district on the state report card. Opening our doors in 2010 and serving students K-8, we create endless opportunities for our students to become their best. We even have a Booked and Busy Business Club to build entrepreneurial mindsets and financial know-how for our middle schoolers. Some of our students have also been honored as nominees for the Louisiana Student of the Year program. We inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help students apply critical-thinking skills to solve real-world problems. We build kids of character through our moral focus program. As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in high school, college, and beyond. To learn more about Inspire Charter Academy click here .

Why Choose Inspire Charter Academy:

• Highest performing school in the area.
• Offers starting salary higher than the surrounding districts.
• Supportive and collaborative team.
• Monthly professional development and weekly coaching for all staff.
• In the top 95% for growth in the state.
• On the spot coaching for teachers.
• Higher pay than the school district.
• Supportive and Collaborative Team.
• Fully paced curriculum for all content areas.

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.

Click here for the state requirements.

• 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.

Please click here to find out more about our core values.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.