Paraprofessionals in CW After School Programming (West Bank)

Community Works of Louisiana, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Works of Louisiana, Inc. is seeking paraprofessionals to support students with IEPs in afterschool and summer programming. You will assist teachers, reinforce learning, and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment across multiple sites in the New Orleans area.

Responsibilities include small-group instruction, class support, and collaboration with staff on student progress. This is contract work (1099), with pay starting at $28/hour for planning and professional development,

Qualifications

• Previous youth work experience is required.
• Formal teaching/para experience is preferred but not required.
• Certification in special education or ABA training is preferred but not required.
• Background checks will be processed by CW. Background check findings will not automatically disqualify you.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and staff to provide a safe, fun and educational experience for students.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Modify instructional strategies based on recommendations and evaluations.
• Facilitate social interactions between students and peers in the classroom.
• Provide escorts and assistance to students as needed.
• Take precautions to protect students, materials and facilities.
• Supervise students during lunch, play periods, and field trips.
• Assist students with physical needs (toileting, eating, dressing).
• Communicate with CW Admin, teachers and families regarding student progress.

Skills

Youth work experience

Reliable transportation

Flexibility

Job description

Community Works is Hiring Paraprofessionals! Paraprofessionals are extremely important in ensuring a safe and fun environment for all young people in afterschool and summer programming.

Paraprofessionals are responsible for academic and behavioral support of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) in our classroom settings.

Our Mission: Community Works builds a creative & healthy (greater) New Orleans by increasing equitable access to innovative programs that engage young people.

Summer Program Details

Location: West Bank
Mon-Fri 3:15 - 5:30 PM
Program locations may include: New Orleans, New Orleans East, Westbank, Metairie/Kenner.

Program CW Programs include Enrichment time for students from K-8th covering a variety of disciplines including dance, art, music, recreation, meditation, STEM/STEAM, chess, creative writing, theatre and more. All Enrichment classes are created by instructors and incorporate Academic Louisiana Student Standards. CW makes it a priority to meet students where they are at by creating genuine connections through classes that are relatable to students.

Position Description

This position is contract work (1099 taxes). Pay rate starts at $28/hour for planning and professional developments and goes up from there depending on program and position. Pay day is at the end of each month either via direct deposit or check. Program staff will be expected to comply with all covid procedures in place by CW + partner schools. CW will organize/lead professional developments for instructors to attend including: racial equity, curriculum planning, youth engagement, inclusion, and more.

Class Responsibilities

• To assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing a safe, fun and educational experience for students
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials and skills
• Modifying instructional strategies based on recommendations and evaluations
• Facilitating social interactions between the child and other children in the classroom.
• Providing escorts and assistance to students as needed
• Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials and facilities
• Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips
• Assists students with physical needs (toileting, eating, dressing, etc.)

Other Responsibilities

• Effectively communicating with CW Admin, Community Leaders, teachers and/or families regarding student performance and plans for improvement
• Collaborating with team members to provide feedback and data related to student's progress.
• Participating in team meetings and professional development workshops
• Producing performance-based activities to support school initiatives
• Facilitating student inclusion in class or school programs, or other special events
• Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and community.

Qualifications

• Previous youth work experience in some capacity is required
• Formal teaching/para experience is preferred but not required
• Certification in special education or Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) training is preferred but not required
• Background checks will be processed by CW. Background check findings will not automatically disqualify you from the hiring process.
• Reliable form of transportation is required

Position Values

• Passion for youth development
• Flexibility to meet students where they are at
• Connection + Mentorship between students, staff and admin
• Creativity in engaging and educational curriculum
• Youth Voice + Leadership within class culture