Paraprofessional at Paragon Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

National Heritage Academies seeks a full-time Title I paraprofessional at Paragon Charter Academy in Jackson, MI. This 35-hour-per-week role supports reading, writing, and math instruction and assists in providing interventions for students needing academic help.

You will work with teachers and parents to implement a result-driven curriculum, contributing to student growth across the school year.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or with school-age children preferred.
• Ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Ability to navigate education-related software or technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance in 1:1 or group settings.
• Support the whole-student approach academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement curriculum to achieve growth from fall to spring testing.
• Participate in professional development and meetings with teachers and parents.

Skills

Experience with students

Reading/writing support

Tech systems navigation

Education

Title I paraprofessional requirements

Job description

Job Description

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

Job Description

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

School Information

Located in Jackson, MI, Paragon Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students Young 5-8. At Paragon, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Paragon Charter Academy

• Academically outperformed the local districts for the past 14 years.
• Supported by an experienced leadership team.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Sets rigorous academic and moral focus expectations for students.
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
• Safe and nurturing environment conducive for learning.

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.