SPED Paraprofessional: Student Support Advocate

AMS Schools; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

401(k) retirement

Paid time off

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

AMS – Academies of Math and Science in Little Rock is hiring a SPED Paraprofessional to support instruction and provide targeted help to students, including those with special needs, at our Little Rock campus.

You will collaborate with teachers to deliver small-group and one-on-one support, assist with lesson plans, and help maintain a structured, engaging classroom environment, ensuring all students access the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent with paraprofessional exam passing score, or an Associate’s degree or higher.
• Experience working with children in an education setting is preferred.
• Bi-/multilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teacher with daily classroom instruction and activities.
• Provide small group and one-on-one assistance to students, including those with special needs.
• Help with implementing lesson plans and reinforcing learning concepts.
• Assist with classroom management and safe, organized learning environments.

Skills

Experience working with children

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

AMS – Academies of Math and Science in Little Rock is hiring a SPED Paraprofessional to support instruction and provide targeted help to students, including those with special needs, at our Little Rock campus.

You will collaborate with teachers to deliver small-group and one-on-one support, assist with lesson plans, and help maintain a structured, engaging classroom environment, ensuring all students access the curriculum.