Paraprofessional at Legacy Charter Academy

NHA Schools; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Charter Academy in Detroit, MI is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or small-group sessions, under the direction of the classroom teacher. You will help implement result-driven curricula to promote growth from fall to spring, participate in professional development, and collaborate with parents and staff to educate the whole student.

Must meet state requirements for Title 1 paraprofessionals; prior school experience preferred;

Qualifications

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Previous experience 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.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Mathematics support

Technology literacy

Classroom assistance

Communication with teachers

Job description

Paraprofessional at Legacy Charter Academy

Job Description

School Information:

Located in Detroit, MI, Legacy Charter Academy opened in 2010 and serves students K-8. At Legacy, you can connect passion and purpose.

Why Choose Legacy Charter Academy:

Starting pay above market scales.

Academically outperforms the local districts.

Competitive benefits at affordable rates.

Supported by an experienced leadership team.

Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.

Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.

Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

Utilizes the 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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 65772
• Job Category Instructional Paras
• Posting Date 09/15/2026, 12:34 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 4900 E Hildale St, Detroit, MI, 48234, US