Paraprofessional

Stead•Commerce City, CO

3d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The STEAD School isn't looking for folks satisfied with a traditional school model. InSTEAD, we are looking for culture-builders, relationship-builders, multiple-hat wearers, and those rare, passionate unicorns who embody the nobility of the teaching profession. We are looking for those who want to co-create and co-vision side-by-side in partnership with both adults and adolescents. Position: Para Professional Location: 18251 Homestead Trail, Commerce City, CO 80022 Wage: $17 - $20 per hour Employment type: Exempt About us: The STEAD School is... A community of people who consider themselves stewards of their environment. A public, independent, 5 day-per-week charter school located in Reunion, serving a diverse demographic of students. A problem-driven, project-based curricular model committed to a personalized learning philosophy where every student will reach proficiency. We are a small school with a BIG vision. Essential Functions: The para professional will provide non-classroom academic instruction to individuals and small groups to prepare, advance, or remediate students in specific academic areas.

Requirements

High school diploma
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students and educators.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Thorough understanding of multiple, effective methods of instruction.
Thorough understanding and knowledge of subjects and skills being taught.
Ability to encourage, positively reinforce, and provide constructive feedback to students to build confidence.
Proficient with Google or related software.

Responsibilities

Consults with students, teachers, and school administration to identify academic needs and to follow individualized plans for students.
Reviews class assignments, content, or standards; discusses content with student; and re-teaches when needed.
Assists students with homework.
Teaches and mentors students, continually guiding them toward comprehension of the assigned subjects or lessons.
Teaches and models studying, note-taking, and test-taking skills and strategies with students.
Researches and recommends supplemental textbooks, computer games or apps, equipment, or other learning materials to further enrich students' academic success.
Provides a clean, organized, and learning-conducive environment to ensure that students are encouraged to be productive, focused, and engaged in learning.
Maintains confidentiality of all records and conversations regarding students' academic accomplishments and struggles.
Maintains current knowledge of developments, techniques, and best practices in the STEAD School environment through active participation in training and development sessions or workshops.
Performs other related duties as assigned.