Paraprofessional at River City Scholars Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies • Grand Rapids, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

River City Scholars Charter Academy, located in Grand Rapids, MI, opened in 2012 and serves students K-8. At River City Scholars, you can connect passion with purpose. The school offers above-market starting pay, behavioral support for staff and students, access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources, personalized development and coaching opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

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 is above market scales.
• Behavioral support is available for both teachers and students (ABSS).
• Staff have access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities are provided to support growth.
• You’ll work with colleagues you enjoy collaborating with to serve students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed