Para Professional

Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is seeking a FT Para Professional to join our team!

About EdisonLearning and NorthStar Academies

NorthStar Academies (NSA) are public charter schools governed by the Governing Board of NorthStar Academies. The NSA board has entered into an agreement with EdisonLearning to manage the NSA Schools.

EdisonLearning brings together best practices in instruction, developed over three decades of supporting schools, with blended solutions designed by educators to meet students where they are and deliver the education they need and deserve. The company's comprehensive content, resources and support include 150+ full eCourses in core and elective subjects, plus career and technical education and social-emotional learning; actionable learning analytics dashboards and blockchain-enabled micro-credentials; and instructional services teachers and advisors who provide personalized student support. The guiding purpose behind all of EdisonLearning's work is to ensure equitable access and opportunity for each and every learner.

Our organization's growth and success is due to the hundreds of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people - both academically and in character development. We are committed to maintaining a work environment that empowers every employee to take ownership for the growth and success of the company - making sure that the best ideas are always on the table, and that the students we serve always receive our best.

The EdisonLearning Schools Core Values

Wisdom; justice; courage; compassion; hope; respect; responsibility; integrity and resilience-provide the basis for our character and ethics curriculum and student management system that contribute to building a positive learning environment. Helping students develop into responsible citizens is an integral part of the EdisonLearning program.

Job Summary:

The Para Professional works under the supervision of the highly qualified classroom teacher and the School Principal. This person assists in implementing instruction and related services. Such assistance may include: providing instructional assistance, guiding additional practice opportunities, re-teaching, and monitoring behavior. The Para Professional assists the instructional team in order to meet the needs of all students. The building of relationships are a critical component of this learning environment, the team works together to identify student needs that may be barriers to success. Teachers collaborate with team members to analyze different means of meeting student needs and communicates with students, parents, and other team members about student progress and plans for next steps.

Para Professional Responsibilities:

• Implement school and district policies and procedures;

• Establish and maintain working relations with colleague;

• Assist teachers in their teaching duties and other general responsibilities such as but not limited to organizing teaching materials and offering reinforcement activities;

• Reinforce lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students;

• Prepare the class before commencement of session, preparing presentations and projects; exhibiting visual displays and demonstration ; documenting and reviewing system data;

• Examining and scoring test papers or class assignments;

• Provides support to students by uplifting their academic and emotional needs;

• Keep records, attendance and progress of students and provide feedback to parents;

• Assist students who needs additional help learning a specific concept;

• Performing clerical tasks as needed, such as but not limited to maintaining students attendance records, filing student information and progress report, creating newsletters and articles;

• Recognizing the students with learning disabilities and informing the in-class teachers;

• Assisting teachers in providing additional attention to special needs students;

• Ensure proper care and upkeep of educational materials , equipment and supplies;

• Participate in planning sessions with the classroom teacher;

• Demonstrate creativity, flexibility, and perseverance in dealing with challenging learning, behavioral, family, and classroom situations;

• Provide strategic instruction within the classroom for students who are in need of support learning core curriculum;

• Provide support and supervision of students as assigned (during transitions, in special classes, during lunch, on the playground, etc.);

• Demonstrates a willingness to assume all responsibilities assigned which are appropriate for the position;

• Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom;

• Assist in the administration and scoring of assessments used to monitoring individual progress;

• Contribute to a culture of professionalism among team members;

• Other duties as deemed necessary by the Principal;

Key Relationships:

Internal: School faculty and staff, Students, Parents;

External: School District ELL, ESOL Education Compliance Officer;

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Generally asks relevant an insightful questions to establish facts;

• Seeks to understand key decision making issues and characteristics when guided by others;

• Shows increasing understanding of EdisonLearning work processes and standards;

• Thinks to ask question about actions required to produce expected results;

• Expresses interest in taking on varied projects and tasks to develop new skills in most situations;

• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers by being punctual, collaborative and maintaining a pleasant work attitude;

• Shows that he/she understands accepted professional conduct within the EdisonLearning environment by acting honestly and openly and responding positively to any feedback on professional conduct;

• Establishes appropriate and supportive relationships with students, parents and staff.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's Degree in relevant field or completed two (2) years of college (60 credit hours) or Para Professional certificationor willing to obtain a Para Professional certification:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish;

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook;

• Minimum Two (2) years of experience

• Evidence of working knowledge and comfort level with instructional technology

• Experience working with at-risk student population;

• Proven experience as a teacher working with student population in some capacity;

Benefits and other Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Basic Life/AD&D - company paid

• Voluntary - Life/AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability

• Generous time off schedule (Holidays, Personal, Vacation, and Sick Time)

• Retirement Plan

• Student Loan Assistance

• Employer Paid Teladoc Mental Health support network

• Perks at Work discount site

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of EdisonLearning, Inc. to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law.