Special Education Paraprofessional/Assistant

The Opportunity: PLA Special Education Paraprofessionals are passionate and devoted assistants bringing creativity and rigor to our classrooms to support an improved learning experience for our scholars.   Our teacher assistants are compassionate and committed to building a caring environment that nurtures the success of our school community. As a Teacher Assistant at Phalen Leadership Academies, you will work with individual and/or small groups of scholars under the supervision of a certified teacher. You will do this by following educational and behavioral plans and modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff. During non-classroom time, you will function in other support capacities (learning labs, hallway monitoring, lunch duty, etc.) and then implement the academic curriculum during designated blocks of time.  The Details Key Deliverables: Assist certified teachers with implementation of differentiation plans for small groups Provide instruction and support for classroom teachers and/or one-on-one tutoring for eligible students Provide instructional support in the library, media center, and/or cafeteria Perform administrative tasks such as filing, answering the phone, etc. Contribute feedback and data on scholar progress, behavior, and performance Assis with supervision of scholars in the lunchroom and on the playground Work in collaboration with teachers and administrators Experience and Education Requirements: A passion for working with students and families in under-served communities High school diploma or its equivalent Analytical ability to plan individual and group activities that stimulate growth in scholars Prior experience with small group instruction, preferred Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective relationships with scholars, parents/guardians, and other staff members The Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model.  In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities.   The Campus: Greater Heights Academy, nestled in Flint, MI, catering to students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, it stands as a beacon of choice for parents. The academy's overarching mission is to foster individual academic triumph through a harmonious collaboration between families, the school, and the community. Greater Heights Academy is dedicated to delivering the utmost in comprehensive education, nurturing excellence in both academics and character development. With a resolute commitment to partnering with parents, the community, and maximizing available resources, Greater Heights Academy remains unwavering in its pursuit of scholar excellence. Compensation and Benefits: PLA Special Education Paraprofessionals receive a salary that is competitively aligned with the market. In addition, PLA Special Education Paraprofessionals receive:  Competitive Compensation Benefits – Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being a part of professional communities within the school Incentive and bonus opportunities  PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.