Paraprofessional- Elementary

Algiers Charter School Association; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Algiers Charter School Association is seeking a paraprofessional to assist the classroom teacher in a dynamic New Orleans setting. You will monitor students, support learning groups, and provide targeted instructional assistance to reinforce concepts as directed by the teacher.

The role emphasizes student safety, record keeping, and communication with families, while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of: ParaPro Assessment, two years of college (48 semester hours) with English/Composition, English/Reading, and Mathematics requirements, or an Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor students during all duties (bus, morning, lunch, dismissal, transitions).
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Provide one-on-one and small group instruction after initial instruction by the teacher.

Education

Pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment

Two years of college

Associate degree

Job description

PARAPROFESSIONAL

Reports to the Principal

10-Month Position

About Algiers Charter

Since our inception in 2005, Algiers Charter has proudly served as a staple in the educational community. From our very first day, we operated with the belief that all students can achieve educational success. As we transition to a two‑school organization, our commitment to excellence and student achievement has never been stronger. We are forging a strategic path forward to build upon our growth and we are seeking dynamic educational leaders with a proven track record of success to help take our organization to the next level.

The educational landscape in New Orleans is one that requires significant and unrelenting performance and accountability. Our strategic plan for 2023 and beyond has unique operational, staffing and instructional designs so if you are ready to share our vision and commitment to student achievement and pathways, we invite you to submit an application to join our team.

What Success Means In This Position

Under the supervision of an administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher, this position will assist the teacher in the education of students including management of student behavior; record keeping; instructional assistance; classroom safety, security and organization; and interaction and communication with students, support staff, and parents/guardians.

Position Description & Expectations

• Actively monitor students during all duties which include, but not limited to bus, morning, lunch, dismissal and class transitions.

• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced by the teacher.

• After initial instruction by teacher, provides one-on-one and group instruction.

• Assist the classroom teacher with modifying or adapting instruction for students with disabilities.

• Assist the teacher with accurate classroom record keeping (attendance, tardiness, gradebook).

• Provide one-on-one assistance to students as needed.

• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work with students as set up and assigned by the teacher.

• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.

• Maintain the same level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of teachers.

• Evaluate student progress on work assignments and share with the teacher.

• Maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.

• Maintain professionalism at all times.

• Be proactive in dealing with behavioral issues and adhere to school discipline policies for infractions

• Assist the teacher with keeping accurate records of students assigned to behavior modification/intervention plans

• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families and colleagues

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

You must meet one of the following requirements:

• Pass the ETS Para-Pro Assessment

• Have two years of full-time study (48 semester credit hours) from an accredited institution with a total of 15 hours of general education course requirements shall include English/Composition (3 hours), English/Reading (6 hours), and Mathematics (6 hours)

• Have an Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degree from an accredited institution