Assistant Teacher/Special Education Paraprofessional

Who are we?

Liberation Academy is a charter school serving grades 5-8 in College Park, GA.

Why work at Liberation Academy?

Our Mission:

Through rigorous, relevant instruction, community collaboration, and the development of innate skills, Liberation Academy will empower students that will become problem solvers equipped to impact their community and the world.

Liberation Academy is rooted in the belief that the experiences of students should be pushed to the forefront of what, and how, they learn. We offer a unique model combining a rigorous, culturally relevant curriculum within a unique environment.

A quality education has the power to create generational change for communities and families. Working here, you will have the opportunity to help Liberation Academy fulfill the promise of providing a quality, enriching educational experience for everyone that enters our doors.

LA is a perfect fit for these type of people:

• Is a problem solver, not a problem spotter
• Enjoy creating something from nothing
• Demonstrating trustworthiness in dealing with confidential matters;
• Dedicated to achieving educational equity for underserved communities
• Remains calm in tense situations and embraces challenges
• Believes in the mission of LA and understands that each person at LA plays an integral role in fulfilling this mission.

Position Overview

Our Special Education Paraprofessional/Assistant Teachers collaborate with our Lead Teachers to facilitate strong classrooms. They are responsible for supporting the Lead Teacher, facilitating small groups of students for varying subjects, and acting as a substitute teacher in the event of a Lead Teacher not in school. Assistant Teachers report to the Director of Special Services.

Responsibilities & duties (including but not limited to):

• Supports teachers in meeting the instructional, educational, behavioral, and social emotional needs of students with disabilities in the classroom (in-person) and community. •
• 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.
• Communicates proactively with teachers to inform them of student issues and conversations with parents.
• Responds to emails and phone calls from school leaders and teachers in a timely manner.
• Assists during standardized testing to support state and local testing processes and policies.
• Assists with preparation of daily lesson plan materials and makes copies of materials for students (print or electronic).
• Assists with distribution of food, supplies, materials and equipment, including technology.
• When in a school-based learning environment, monitors students' movement throughout the building to other classrooms, learning areas and cafeteria.
• Assists students with classroom and cafeteria clean up and wiping down surfaces to uphold sanitation standards as required for a safe school environment.
• Assists administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient and safe transition of students from one location to another.
• Assists students as necessary with physical needs including feeding, toileting, lifting, and mobility.
• Assists students with healthcare procedures including hygiene and medications as needed for daily care.
• Assists students with assistive technology devices, including communication devices, switches and orthopedic devices needed for sitting, walking, or standing.
• Engages in professional learning opportunities in-person. • Assists with training volunteers in-person.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.Education Requirements.

Requirements

Education:

• An Associate’s Degree or higher OR
• Two years of college coursework (60 semester hours or more) earned at an accredited college or university. OR
• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and passing scores on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment Test.

Preferred Experience:

• Two years of prior success working with children strongly preferred (preference given if in K-8 setting).
• Possess a valid Georgia Paraprofessional Certification

Benefits

Liberation Academy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. The salary for this role is $32,000.