Paraprofessional (Immediate)

Assist scholars in meeting their daily personal and academic goals

Collaborate closely with the special education team of teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure the success and wellbeing of scholars 

Assist and guide scholars during class transitions and help them stay organized and on-task in their learning spaces

Support scholars with alternative academic tasks in an inclusive classroom environment

Support scholars in developing coping strategies

When needed, pull out and work one-on-one with scholars to help them “reset” and prepare for the inclusive classroom environment

Assist scholars with personal daily life skills such as toileting, feeding, and general hygiene skills as needed. Toileting involves escorting students to the bathroom, supporting with diaper changes, wiping, and sanitization

Assist lead teachers with developing and creating materials for lessons

Assist lead teachers to collect data on scholars individual academic and behavioral goals

You have either (1) completed two years of study at an institution of higher education, or (2) obtained an associate’s or higher degree, or (3) passed a test that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics, or (4) completed an assessment of content competence developed by the Local Education Agency and approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. 

You have experience and passion for working with children with disabilities

You have an unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and beyond

You have a relentless drive to develop your practice to sharpen your skills as an educator

You set ambitious goals for yourself and others and are not afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve them

You have the passion and commitment to serve a culturally and socioeconomically diverse community of students and families

You enjoy cultivating meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff 

You are able to model, live, and reinforce our school’s core values, commitments, and policies

You are authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship