Special Education Paraprofessional (25-26)

Alpha Public Schools•San Jose, CA

70d•$23

About The Position

Started by Families, Focused on Students Developing Scholars in East San José We were founded by families in East San José who wanted stronger academics and more support for their children. Alpha is a free, TK-12 public charter school system on a mission to prepare the next generation of leaders in East San José. Alpha Public Schools is a network of four public charter schools committed to providing access to an outstanding education. Join us as we prepare students in TK-12th grade for success in college and career. Who we are: Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are- our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. A successful Alpha Special Education Team Member: The successful Alpha Special Education team member believes that ALL students are capable of success. They will be an important team member in an extensive needs learning space (Center for Learning and Inclusive Pathways) within an inclusive school environment. They uphold high expectations for students, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha team member is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences. Alpha Special Education Paraprofessionals are expected to: Plan and deliver lessons to individuals and small groups of scholars (with special needs and without) that target remedial skill needs, IEP goals, and general education content Provide in the moment behavior support and coaching, and respond to crisis behavior as necessary Analyze data and conduct assessments to track student progress on IEP goals and assist Education specialist(s) in the completion of quarterly progress reports Build Relationships by collaborating with special education teachers, Managing Director of Special Education, general education teachers, school leadership team, and families regarding student needs and progress

Requirements

AA Degree required (BA preferred)
OR completion of two years of college, not a degree but 72 quarter hours or 48 semester hours of college credit
OR a passing score on the Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment Test
At least 2 years experience working with students and classroom management
High behavioral expectations and academic expectations for all students
Excellent knowledge of child development and educational practices for students with high needs
Willingness to be flexible with your schedule
A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha's students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver lessons to individuals and small groups of scholars (with special needs and without) that target remedial skill needs, IEP goals, and general education content
Provide in the moment behavior support and coaching, and respond to crisis behavior as necessary
Analyze data and conduct assessments to track student progress on IEP goals and assist Education specialist(s) in the completion of quarterly progress reports
Build Relationships by collaborating with special education teachers, Managing Director of Special Education, general education teachers, school leadership team, and families regarding student needs and progress

Benefits

The hourly rate for this role starts at $23.18 and goes up based on years of experience
Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
Retirement matching options
Paid time off for holidays and Winter break between the end of December and New Year's (2 weeks)
Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
APS Tuition Assistance Program provides up to $4,000 of financial assistance towards attaining bachelor degrees and teacher credentials
Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services

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