Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide (part-time)- Excel Center Meadows
About The Position
The Paraprofessional (teacher’s aide) provides in-person academic assistance, guidance, and classroom support to students while helping coordinate school operations, procedures, and resources to promote an effective and organized learning environment at The Excel Center. The role works closely with students, teachers, and other staff to support instruction, reinforce understanding of coursework, and maintain orderly school operations. Additional responsibilities include establishing student accounts, assisting with credit-recovery courses and other academic programs, collecting required documentation, and maintaining accurate attendance records. The Paraprofessional collaborates with the instructional team to support student achievement, meet educational goals, and align services with applicable academic standards. This is a part-time position on the northeast side of Indianapolis.
Requirements
- No degree or credential is required.
- Demonstrated ability to explain a variety of academic subjects and support students, ideally high school-age students in urban, nontraditional, or adult education settings.
- Ability to create, adapt, and deliver instructional materials that break learning into steps.
- Belief that all students can succeed and motivation to improve student outcomes.
- Ability to identify important results, take steps to achieve goals, and prioritize multiple priorities effectively.
- Effective oral, written, visual, non-verbal, and listening communication skills, including in-person, written, and digital communication.
- Ability to work well with others and contribute to a positive, productive learning environment.
- Ability to adapt effectively to shifts in priorities while maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Working knowledge of G Suite, MS Office, student information systems, and distance learning technology.
- Ability to collect and review information to manage or improve achievement of learning goals.
- Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting high school-age students in an urban, nontraditional, or adult education setting.
- Knowledge of Blackboard.
Responsibilities
- Support in-person coursework and reinforce student comprehension to help students earn academic credit.
- Assist students with reading, note-taking, study strategies, and individualized remediation plans while maintaining an orderly classroom.
- Establish student accounts and maintain current information in the student information system.
- Collect, record, and distribute student assignments and academic documentation.
- Track student and school data to support achievement goals, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor testing, independent study periods, and classroom activities; assist with attendance tracking.
- Support on-site enrollment for new students, including iExcel participation, troubleshooting, and decision-making consistent with The Excel Center model.
- Assist with new student orientation and help students adjust to school expectations, routines, and academic requirements.
- Maintain classroom and office equipment and coordinate resolution of equipment issues.
- Establish professional performance goals and action plans, reflect on progress, and adjust practices as needed.
- Collaborate with school staff on goals related to graduation outcomes, enrollment, student achievement, retention, and other priorities.
- Partner with coaches and school leadership to support students' progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
- Assist with staff training, professional development, and goal-setting activities as needed.
- Promote and maintain a high-performance culture for staff and students.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health coaching, and wellness discounts through a corporate wellness program.
- Discount programs for phone carriers.
- 20% discount at Goodwill retail stores immediately upon hire.
- Financial education programs, credit union membership, and access to online workshops.
- Daily pay options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
