2026-2027 Paraprofessional
About The Position
Our Paraprofessionals impact students’ lives by maintaining the safety and development of the students in their care, establishing high expectations for each student and supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. They work closely with the classroom teacher to deliver instruction individually, in small groups, and to support whole-class instruction for more than 50% of the workday. Responsibilities include participating in frequent meetings with parents, teachers, and school leadership, developing educational materials, learning communication techniques, and using student devices. After CPI training, paraprofessionals implement de-escalation techniques when working with students, as required. They also participate in the life of the school, including student activities and events, and embody, advocate, and operationalize the mission, vision, and direction of the school. Other tasks as needed are also part of the role.
Requirements
- Believe in the mission and values of Crescent City Schools
- Have an Associate’s degree or two years of college, and/or are Highly Qualified as a paraprofessional
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of social-emotional and behavioral interventions
- Bilingual
Responsibilities
- Maintaining the safety and development of the students in their care
- Establishing high expectations for each student and supporting their academic, social, and emotional development
- Working closely with the classroom teacher to deliver instruction individually, in small groups, and to support whole-class instruction for more than 50% of the workday
- Participating in frequent meetings with parents, teachers, and school leadership
- Developing educational materials, learning communication techniques, and using student devices
- Implementing de-escalation techniques when working with students, as required
- Participating in the life of the school, including student activities and events
- Embodying, advocating, and operationalizing the mission, vision, and direction of the school
- Taking on other tasks as needed
Benefits
- Fully-paid health insurance
- Immediate 4% 401k match
- Employer-paid mental health services
- Generous leave policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
