Para‑Professional

Alternative Education Program

If you’re passionate about helping students re-engage with learning, build confidence, and find their path forward, this role offers the chance to make a real impact every day. Our Alternative Education Program is seeking a steady, student‑centered para‑professional who can support instruction, maintain a positive classroom environment, and work closely with teachers to help students succeed.

• Support classroom instruction under the direction of licensed teaching staff
• Provide one‑on‑one and small‑group academic assistance
• Help maintain a structured, supportive, and trauma‑informed learning environment
• Assist with behavior support, redirection, and relationship‑building
• Supervise students during transitions, breaks, and other non‑instructional times
• Support documentation, attendance, and basic administrative tasks
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs

• High School diploma or equivalent (required)
• Active Indiana Substitute Teacher License or the ability to obtain one (preferred)
• Strong communication, patience, and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to remain calm, consistent, and supportive with students who may struggle in traditional settings
• A team‑oriented mindset and willingness to learn new strategies

We offer a pay premium for candidates who are:

• Actively enrolled in an education degree program, or
• Pursuing a Transition to Teaching pathway

This role is an excellent fit for future educators who want hands‑on experience in a supportive environment.

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your well‑being and long‑term stability:

• Vacation and holiday pay beginning at 90 days of employment

• Strong employer HSA match
• Employer retirement contribution beginning after one year of full‑time employment

These benefits reflect our commitment to taking care of the people who take care of our students.

Alternative education changes lives. You’ll be part of a team that helps students rebuild trust, rediscover their strengths, and move toward graduation with confidence.