Middle School Paraprofessional

Atlas Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and student-centered Middle School Paraprofessional to join our team. The Middle School Paraprofessional works closely with special education and general education teachers to provide academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and organizational support to students with diverse learning needs.

In this role, you will support students in developing the skills they need to become increasingly independent, successful learners. You will work across classrooms and settings to help students access grade-level instruction, navigate the middle school environment, build positive relationships, and develop the academic, behavioral, and executive functioning skills necessary for success.

Aligned with Atlas’ mission to educate the whole child, the ideal candidate will bring patience, flexibility, creativity, and a commitment to helping every student recognize their strengths and reach their potential.

• Provide individual and small-group academic support in core content areas, including English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Support students in accessing grade-level curriculum and completing classroom assignments.
• Reinforce instructional strategies and accommodations identified in students’ IEPs, 504 Plans, or other student support plans.
• Help students develop effective study habits, organization, time-management, and task-completion skills.
• Provide additional support during intervention, enrichment, and other academic support periods.
• Assist students in breaking larger assignments into manageable steps and developing strategies for completing long-term projects.
• Encourage students to advocate for themselves and communicate when they need additional support.

• Assist special education and general education teachers with implementing accommodations and supports outlined in students’ IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Support students in working toward their academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and independence goals.
• Collect and document student work, behavioral information, and other data as directed by the special education teacher.
• Share observations and relevant student progress with the special education teacher and other members of the student support team.
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow all school and special education procedures.

• Support students in developing positive behavior, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills.
• Implement behavior strategies and supports as directed by the special education teacher or student support team.
• Assist students in recognizing emotions, managing frustration, navigating conflict, and making appropriate choices.
• Provide proactive support to help prevent behavioral challenges and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Reinforce school-wide expectations and routines consistently.
• Support students in developing appropriate peer relationships and social skills.

• Help students develop the independence and self-advocacy skills needed to successfully navigate middle school.
• Support students with organization of materials, lockers, assignments, schedules, and personal responsibilities.
• Help students transition independently between classes and school settings.
• Teach and reinforce strategies for managing time, materials, homework, and multi-step assignments.
• Gradually fade support when appropriate to promote student independence rather than dependence on adult assistance.
• Encourage students to take ownership of their learning, behavior, and responsibilities.

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