Paraprofessional (K-8) Cincinnati

ReGeneration Schools; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

ReGeneration Schools in Cincinnati is seeking a dedicated full-time Paraprofessional to support general and special education students under IEPs, helping them develop potential while promoting constructive behavior.

The role requires collaboration with teachers, monitoring behavior, providing one-to-one instruction, and collecting data to inform instruction. A valid Ohio paraprofessional license and Covid-19 vaccination proof are required. We offer competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Believes low-income students can become college-ready.
• High expectations on personal and team performance.
• Valid paraprofessional license from the Ohio Department of Education is REQUIRED.
• Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination is required.

Responsibilities

• Closely monitor student behavior per IEP and BIP.
• Provide one-to-one instruction under the Special Education teacher.
• Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks.
• Support classroom teachers with prompting, redirection, and modeling.

Skills

Paraprofessional exp

IEP knowledge

Behavioral interventions

Communication

Education

Ohio paraprofessional license

Job description

Paraprofessional (K-8)

ReGeneration Schools, founded in 2016, is a nationally ranked charter program with seven charter schools located in Illinois and Ohio. ReGeneration serves over 1800 students of whom 99% are minority and 86% are low income. U.S. News and World Report’s 2021 School Ranking listed all ReGeneration elementary schools among the top ten charter elementary schools in Illinois. ReGeneration expanded to Ohio in 2019, opening its Bond Hill campus in 2019. ReGeneration is expanding in Ohio adding two more campuses effective July 2023.

Our mission is to ensure that all children have equal access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education through academic excellence and the content of their character. Through rigorous academics, teaching excellence, character development, and high expectations, ReGeneration is nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.

We are seeking an experienced full-time Paraprofessional to join Regeneration Schools. This individual will work closely with the general education and special education school team to supervise a student according to their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that will help them develop their full potential while systematically increasing socially appropriate behavior.

Qualifications:

• Believes low‑income students can become college and career ready.
• High expectations on personal and team performance.
• Flexible to changing priorities and conditions.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate mastery of academic subjects and behavioral interventions.
• 1-5 years of paraprofessional experience in an urban setting.
• Can show proof of full vaccination for Covid-19.
• Valid paraprofessional license from the Ohio Department of Education - REQUIRED.

Responsibilities:

• Closely monitor student behavior as indicated on the student’s IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
• Provide individualized instruction, under the direction of the Special Education teacher, to assess and identify student’s needs on a one-to-one basis.
• Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks.
• Provide ongoing support for classroom teacher prompting, redirection, and modeling in helping the student access the activities of the school curriculum.
• Model and encourage appropriate student behavior (i.e. grit, self-control, social intelligence, optimism and curiosity).
• Assist with collection of behavioral and academic data as directed by teacher or school team.
• Collaborate with other paraprofessionals to facilitate positive interactions for the student with all staff who are responsible for the student’s education.
• Work with grade-level chair and school team to constantly evaluate and improve mastery of instructional, culture building, and leadership skills.
• Participate in mandatory professional development and CPI training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and benefits (based on experience).

ReGeneration is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.