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Sequoia Charter School- Mesa, AZ

ESS (Exceptional Student Services) Paraprofessional

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$37,539 / year median in Arizona

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW
About the Position As a ESS Paraprofessional, you will play a vital role in fostering curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning in students during a key stage of their development. You will design dynamic lessons, build strong relationships, and create a supportive classroom environment where every student can thrive.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education Bachelor's degree in education or related field Teacher certification preferred Experience teaching elementary grades Strong classroom management and communication skills Excellent communication and technology skills Other Requirements Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card by the time of hire.
ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS
Develop and deliver engaging, standards-based lesson plans Create a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment Assess student progress and tailor instruction to meet diverse needs Communicate regularly with parents and guardians Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and school culture Participate in school events and activities Complete additional duties in collaboration with the team to deliver an exceptional student experience Maintains accurate, complete, legible and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Experience Preferred 1 year(s): Teaching Education Required Bachelors or better
Licenses & Certifications Required IVP Preferred PRO Elementary Skills Preferred Edkey Behaviors Preferred Enthusiastic:
Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Innovative:
Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Team Player:
Works well as a member of a group
Leader:
Inspires teammates to follow them
Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an
Impact:
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.