Paraprofessional 1:1

IOTA Community Schools is a network of four public charter schools in Memphis, Tennessee. We operate both "fresh start" schools and "zoned-enrollment" turnaround schools. From 6th through 12th grades, our schools serve predominantly minority and low-income populations likely to be first-generation college attendees. Beginning in 2025-26, IOTA is opening an elementary school in Little Rock, Arkansas.

IOTA Community Schools are seeking Paraprofessionals doing 1:1 in the Memphis area for the current school year. We truly believe that every student, whatever their circumstances, holds the innate potential to achieve their goals and succeed in college, leadership, and life.

Our staff is committed to continuing their own learning and refining their practice to stay current in the field ensuring a quality education for all. IOTA offers specialized professional development, bi-weekly observations, and opportunities to grow and develop to enable strong teaching and learning in every classroom.

We are looking for teachers that are passionate about ensuring that all students have access to a high-quality education regardless of their zip code or socio-economic status.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The classification specification does not necessarily describe all the duties that might need to be performed. The summary provides examples of typical task performed in this classification.

• May assist students with special needs and/or in need of special attention; provides assistance with daily living routines, skills and concepts including personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, self-feeding; may assist with physical health programs including physical therapy and adjusting special/adaptive equipment for student use; lifts or assists students in and out of special needs equipment as necessary
• Learn to tutor students in various subject matters and to work with students with disabilities
• Specialized services may include: facilitation of communication via assistive technology and/or communication devices, assisting in the supervision, discipline and behavior modification of student(s), as well as performing related duties as assigned
• Discuss classroom learning activities with teacher/specialist to coordinate instructional efforts and to implement instructional programs.
• Provide assistance to students in operating assistive technology or communication devices, microcomputers and in learning activities associated with computer assisted instruction.
• Provide assistance to, participate with, or monitor students in activities such as classroom activities
• Perform a variety of classroom associated clerical work, such as typing, sorting, filing, keeping accurate records, setting up and maintaining file folders, recording attendance, completing forms and applications, collecting monies, measuring, cutting and duplicating
• Prepare various teaching aids and materials such as charts, graphs, and other related items using such methods as typing, duplicating, collating, stapling and other laminating
• Understand and carry out oral and written instruction
• Motivate and encourage positive learning patterns and behavior to students with disabilities and special learning need
• Assist with discipline of students in accordance with school policy
• Keep accurate records
• Demonstrate understanding and patience toward students with disabilities
• Demonstrate confidence, tact and sound judgment
• Demonstrate adaptability to changing circumstances and priorities within the learning environment
• Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively as an educational team member
• Other duties as assigned

Consistent with ESEA and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards:

• Possess a high school diploma (or equivalent) AND one of the following:
• • Completion of at least two years of college (48 units), OR
  • Attainment of an AA (or higher) degree

IOTA also strongly prefers candidates who have one or more of the following:

• Six months experience working with adolescents/children in a structured environment
• Verifiable supervised experience as a volunteer in a school or related organizational activity may be substituted on an equal basis.
• Any other combination of training an experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered, however, experience cannot substitute for the required minimum education and a willingness to work collaboratively as an educational team member

This employer strives for a balanced, productive workforce, which is diverse in terms of age, gender, and cultural identity. We do not base hiring or promotional decisions on factors other than performance and professional growth potential. Please note that we are unable to sponsor H1 VISA applicants.

Compensation:

The wage for this position will be $17-$19 per hour. Please note that candidates who are new to their role or newly promoted can expect offers between the minimum and the mid-point of the range. To allow for salary progression over time, offers at the top of the range are rare. Individual education and experience will be considered when issuing offers. We also offer a comprehensive benefits plan as well as the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students.