Paraprofessional at Detroit Merit Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies • Detroit, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Detroit Merit Charter Academy is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students in academic intervention and contribute to their academic, moral, and social development. The school serves more than 700 K–8 students in Detroit, Michigan, and emphasizes high expectations, effort, and fostering a caring community.

The Paraprofessional assesses student abilities and provides instructional assistance through individual or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader. The role also includes implementing a results-driven curriculum, and attending professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

Requirements

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
• Knowledge of and 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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance to students needing academic intervention through one-to-one or group workshops, as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.
• Commit to educating the whole student academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement a results-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.
• Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS).

What This Job Offers

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