Reach Associate

Nash County Public Schools • Nashville, NC

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About The Position

The Reach Associate (RA) is an advanced paraprofessional role that supports Multi-Classroom Leaders (MCL) and classroom teachers in providing instructional and non-instructional support. The RA focuses on small-group tutoring, classroom management, and administrative tasks, working closely with the teaching team to enhance student learning and engagement.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics

Nice To Haves

• Experience working successfully with those of similar demographics to the desired school placement

Responsibilities

• Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
• Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
• Manage student behavior during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)
• Monitor independent work time in classroom while teacher provides instruction
• Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of the supervising teachers
• Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning
• Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skills
• Maintain administrative duties on behalf of teacher (such as taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, additional paperwork)
• Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), volunteers, and digital lab monitor(s), if applicable
• Participate in professional development opportunities at school, including MCL-led on-the-job development
• Attend team planning and data meetings whenever possible
• Perform other work related to school-based professional development as requested

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive work environment
• Collaboration with experienced educators

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree