National Heritage Academies - Ypsilanti, MI
posted 28 days ago
About the position
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy, located in Ypsilanti, MI, opened in 2012 and serves students from Young 5 to 8. The academy has consistently outperformed local districts academically for the past 8 years. At South Pointe Scholars, educators can connect their passion with purpose, benefiting from personalized development and opportunities for growth. The school offers access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources, all within a safe and nurturing environment conducive to learning. Teachers are dedicated to connecting learning to each individual student's needs, working alongside colleagues who are committed to serving students. The academy sets rigorous academic and moral focus expectations for its students and provides competitive benefits at affordable rates.
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.
Requirements
- Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
- Previous experience working in a school or with school age children - preferred.
- Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
- Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
