Paraprofessional at Knapp Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies•Grand Rapids, MI

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Knapp Charter Academy, located in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a full-time Paraprofessional to serve students from Young5-8. This role offers the opportunity to connect passion with purpose by supporting student academic, moral, and social development. Knapp Charter Academy has a history of outperforming the local district and provides personalized support, all-inclusive materials, and opportunities for growth and mentorship. The academy also offers wrap-around services for student well-being and strong support from leadership and behavioral specialists.

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.