Paraprofessional at Laurus Academy

NHA Schools; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

National Heritage Academies in Southfield, MI is seeking a Full-time Instructional Para to support students with targeted interventions and collaborate with classroom teachers to foster growth.

Responsibilities include assessing student needs, delivering 1:1 or small-group instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics, and contributing to a safe, technology-enabled learning environment. Experience with schools is preferred and commitment to whole-child education is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or with school-age children preferred.
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Ability to navigate technical systems.]
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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

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Technology navigation

Job description

Located in Southfield, MI, Laurus Academy opened in 2009 and serving students K-8. At Laurus Academy, you can combine passion with purpose.

• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities
• Utilizes the Dean support model.
• Alternative Certification Assistance.
• Strong Parental Involvement.

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 65427
• Job Category Instructional Paras
• Posting Date 08/11/2026, 12:51 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 24590 Lahser Rd, Southfield, MI, 48033, US