Kipp Public Schools Tulsa , OK 74120
Posted 3 weeks ago
Company Description
Who we are:
KIPP Oklahoma is part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. We are driven and committed to our mission and vision.
KIPP Oklahoma currently educates over 1,000 students, and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, the KIPP Oklahoma network consists of KIPP Tulsa Public Charter Schools (grades 6th
8th) and KIPP OKC Public Schools (grades PreK - 3rd and 6th
8th). KIPP OKC Public Schools is growing one grade per year until they are a full PreK
8th grade program.
Mission:
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Vision:
Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.
Job Description
Position Overview:
KIPP Oklahoma Paraprofessionals provide one-on-one instructional care to students with special needs. Paraprofessionals assist and support the teacher(s) in implementing an instructional and care program to promote the academic achievement and personal development of this and other special need students.
On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:
Instructional Delivery
Assists in delivering quality instruction/lessons created by teachers
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students and teachers based on trust and respect
Provides instructional support within the special education and general education classroom as needed in order to meet students' needs
Communicates high expectations for behavior by teaching, practicing, and reinforcing rules and consequences
Approaches practice with a sense of urgency, maximizing every minute
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records
Assumes responsibility for student achievement
Provides feedback to teachers about students' progress and needs
Progress monitor students academic progress and give in the moment feedback
Constant Learning
Collaborates with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
Consistently reflects on instructional practices through formal and informal methods and works relentlessly to meet individual and professional development goals
Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines and honoring schedules
Works to become knowledgeable about best practices in working with students with learning disabilities and challenging behavior
Embraces feedback and constructive criticism in the spirit of constant improvement
Academic and Cultural Support
Participates actively in developing and following through with individualized learning plans and behavior plans for students
Assists in the daily functioning of the school as necessary
Other Essential Functions
Escorts, assists, and/or supervises student(s) during play periods, movement throughout the building, to and from buses, toileting routines, lunch, snack, specialized and inclusive classes, community activities, and other times as designated
Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
Performs health-related procedures such as: feeding, lifting, positioning, carrying, toileting, tube feeding, cleaning catheterization, and suctioning equipment
Performs other duties related to Special Education, as assigned by teacher or administrator
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED
60 hours of college credit
Associate's degree and certification in special education preferred
Experience working with students
Strong organizational and time management skills
Able to accept and implement professional feedback
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation and Benefits:
This is a Full-Time, non-12 month Exempt role. Salary is commensurate with experience
Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long term disability and participation in 403B plans.
As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.
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