Instructional Paraprofessional at Fortis Academy

National Heritage Academies • Ypsilanti, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Fortis Academy, located in Ypsilanti, MI, is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional to join their team. Fortis Academy, established in 2005, serves students from Kindergarten to 8th grade and focuses on educating the whole student academically, morally, and socially. The school prides itself on outperforming local districts academically for the past 14 years and providing a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools. They are committed to setting rigorous academic and moral expectations and ensuring a safe learning environment.

Requirements

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a school or with school age children.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing.
• Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

Benefits

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities through a full mentoring program.
• Competitive benefits at affordable rates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed