School-Wide Support Paraprofessional

Organizational Overview:

KIPP Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college-preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Atlanta currently operates 9 schools including four primary schools, four middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life.

We are a social justice organization and our vision and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars.

What We Value:

Good Decision-Making: “I make thoughtful decisions in alignment with my school’s and organization’s values.”Peer Accountability: “I hold all Big KIPPsters accountable to our schools’ and organization’s values, standards, and expectations.”Excellence Always: “I do all aspects of my work with excellence - the big and the little things, the parts being monitored as well as those not monitored.”Communication is Key: “I communicate with both honesty and love.

How I communicate nurtures courage, belonging, partnership, and progress toward our promise to KIPPsters and families.”Scholars Over Everything: “I put our scholars first, 100% of the time, without fail. I quickly resolve any and all adult-centered concerns and qualms to reserve my individual and our collective time and attention for our KIPPsters.”Walk Trumps Talk: “I chose this social justice career.

And so, I behave in alignment with my choice. My behaviors match our promise to our scholars and families.”“Us” Only: “I belong to every member of our organization, and every member of our organization belongs to me. I choose unity always - in both the good times and hard times.”

Job Summary:

The School-Wide Support General Paraprofessional provides flexible, responsive assistance across all areas of the school community. Under the direction of the principal and designated staff, this position supports student learning and well-being in a variety of settings including classrooms, hallways, common areas, and during transitions. The paraprofessional works collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and administrators to ensure a safe, positive, and productive school environment for all students.

Job Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of this role is flexible coverage across the school building. All other duties listed below are performed on an ongoing basis and in conjunction with coverage assignments as directed by administration.

Staff Absence Coverage and Flexible Support Serve as the school's primary flexible substitute, covering any role across the building when staff are absent — including general education classrooms, special education settings, cafeteria, front office, and other support functions.

Step into classrooms to maintain instruction and student supervision when a teacher is absent, following lesson plans or administrator directions.

Cover special education paraprofessional roles when a designated para is absent, supporting the implementation of IEPs, 504 plans, or other documented needs — including implementing behavior support plans, accommodations, and instructional modifications as directed by the special education teacher.

Cover cafeteria duties including student supervision, lunch line assistance, and maintaining an orderly and safe dining environment.

Assist in front office, hallway monitoring, or arrival/dismissal roles to ensure continuous adult presence throughout the building.

Support specials, electives, or pull-out settings when the assigned staff member is absent.

Respond promptly and professionally to coverage assignments communicated by administration, adjusting priorities as school needs shift throughout the day.

Classroom and Instructional Support Assist teachers with delivering…