Academic Support Paraeducator

Description

Job Title:                    Paraeducator Academic Support- Middle School

Department:              Middle School

Reports to:                 Principal- Middle School

Status:                        Non-Exempt

Position Type:           Part-Time

Salary Range:          $18.00-$18.00 per hour

Date Updated:          03/05/2025

Purpose Statement

Valley Christian Middle School is seeking a part-time paraeducator for our academic support program for the 2025-26 school year. Our academic support program serves a wide range of students to provide opportunities for each individual to succeed in the classroom. The candidate we are seeking should have some knowledge of learning disabilities and how they pertain to the education of a child. 

At VCMS, our students come to school with a wide array of abilities, interests, and backgrounds. It is the job of our faculty and staff to engage each individual student and develop a relationship that not only supports learning, but provides mentorship and wisdom on the journey to adulthood.

Responsibilities

• Work 1 on 1 with students to achieve specified objectives
• Tutor small groups of students to encourage success on classroom assignments
• Work with teachers to determine the best course of action for student success
• Support teachers and students through preparation of relevant lessons for program participants
• Act as a Christian role model for program participants

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Have experience and be comfortable working with students on a 1-to-1 basis, as well as in small groups
• Have some knowledge of learning disabilities and how they pertain to the education of a child.
• Have experience working with students in a small class setting
• Have math expertise/emphasis (preferred)
• Have a minimum of a high school diploma
• Profess an active relationship with Jesus and be involved in his/her local Protestant Christian church.

Salary : $18