Paraprofessional at Detroit Premier Academy (2026-27 School Year)
About The Position
Detroit Premier Academy is seeking a full-time Paraprofessional for the 2026-27 School Year. This role involves providing instructional assistance to K-8 students, focusing on academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops. The position is committed to educating the whole student academically, morally, and socially, and implementing a result-driven curriculum to achieve significant student growth. The role requires attending professional development and articulation meetings. Detroit Premier Academy, located in Detroit, MI, serves over 700 K-8 students and offers a supportive environment with advanced resources and personalized development opportunities.
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.
Benefits
- Starting pay above market scales.
- Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
- Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
- Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
- Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
- Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
- Utilizes the Dean support model.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
