PART TIME Paraprofessional at Anser Charter School

Anser Charter School is hiring paraprofessionals that have: -an abundance of flexibility and patience -a desire to help children develop skills and adopt behaviors that substantially increase their academic performance in an inclusive setting -an ability to learn from and share with others as a member of an energetic team, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the heart of a teacher We are recruiting part-time positions. Final schedules will be drawn up when candidates are offered a position. A successful candidate will work with students in grades K-8. Salary & Benefits: This position pays $16-18 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Eligibility for retirement and health benefits is determined by the number of hours worked per week. Duties and Responsibilities: -Continually supervise assigned students to ensure a safe, non-threatening, nurturing environment where students can thrive. Instructing them on appropriate behavior.. -Attend to students physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs including but not limited to assistive technology devices -Supervise students during lunch or recess, as well as in between classes or on field trips -Supports teachers in meeting the instructional, educational, behavioral, and social emotional needs of students with disabilities in the classroom -Provides small group and/or individualized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with the students’ IEP and the supervising teacher’s lesson plans -Collects instructional and behavioral data for all objectives being taught for each student -Implements Behavior Intervention Plans for students with disabilities -Engages in monthly training and professional learning opportunities in-person -Works under the supervision and guidance of the Special Education Department and/or Behavior Intervention Specialist. Is evaluated by the Exceptional Child Services Director -Possesses strong collaboration skills, communicates proactively, and participates as a member of an innovative and creative team open to ideas that best meet the needs of students. -Shares responsibility for accomplishing goals, attending faculty and committee meetings as required and/or needed. -Performs other duties as assigned -Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours -Follow the Anser Employee Handbook and abide by the expectations set forth in Qualifications: -A minimum of two (2) years of postsecondary education is required. -Experience working in special education is preferred but not required. Anser Charter School may be a good fit for you if you: -Flourish in a collaborative environment that deems alignment, consistency and fidelity to programs and school design integral to school and student success. -Thrive in a diverse, intellectually challenging environment where reflection and improvement of professional practice are regarded as hallmarks of individual and group growth and development. -Believe all children - regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, or home language - can achieve at high levels, AND believe that the teacher must actively engage students to make that happen. -Have knowledge of child cognitive, social, moral and ethical development as well as different learning styles and can implement this knowledge in a caring and collaborative community. -Demonstrate competence using qualitative and quantitative data to inform instruction and to assess students' progress over time. -Have the desire to work in a nontraditional, school environment. -Can develop curriculum that is engaging, rigorous and aligns with Common Core State Standards and school expectations. -Are passionate about what Anser has to offer staff, students and families. -To learn more about the school please visit www.ansercharterschool.org. Submit all application materials via email to [email protected] Submit the following application materials: 1. Resume 2. Two letters of recommendation or two professional references. Apply Now