Paraprofessional at Paragon Charter Academy

Job Description

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

Located in Jackson, MI, Paragon Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students Young 5-8. At Paragon, you can connect passion with purpose.

• Academically outperformed the local districts for the past 14 years.
• Supported by an experienced leadership team.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Sets rigorous academic and moral focus expectations for students.
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
• Safe and nurturing environment conducive for learning.

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing.
• Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

• Previous experience working in a school or with school age children – preferred.
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.