Classroom Paraprofessional

Bridgeprep Academy, Inc. • Miami Gardens, FL

23d

About The Position

Paraprofessionals support teachers in the classroom to ensure high-quality instruction linked to the school and district strategic goals for all students. They provide a rigorous academic environment that actively engages students, create an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of all learners and supports the social/emotional development of the students. Student Achievement metrics: 90% Student Retention 97.5% Average daily attendance Classroom and individual goals tracked and met

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Strong collaborating skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior 
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Nice To Haves

• Experience: Experience with implementation of reading interventions for the FAST preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to teachers to meet student and classroom needs
• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups
• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify
• Implement and uphold BPA behavior management system that aligns with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with lead teachers and staff members
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports
• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions to maximize achievement
• Discuss student’s progress with teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Communicate students’ progress with students as needed
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students
• Maintain confidentiality
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development as needed

Benefits

• BridgePrep Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with Experience.
• BridgePrep Academy is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees