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Great Oaks Academy

Paraprofessional

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What they do

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.

$38,440 / year median in Minnesota

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Position:
Paraprofessional-Highly Qualified Job Description:
Paraprofessionals assist students and teachers with the daily operations of the school, and may be assigned to specific classrooms Paraprofessionals generally work in an inclusionary setting (i.e. least restrictive environment). The paraprofessional assists the general education teacher with daily classroom activities to help students who may need individual or small group academic or behavioral support.
Qualifications:
2 years of college or meets the requirements of a "highly qualified" paraprofessional as defined in Federal law High School Diploma required A willingness to work hard and maintain a positive, professional attitude and demeanor. A commitment to teamwork, service, leadership, and professional growth.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Cultivating their own sense of wonder through self-initiated and Academy-directed learning. Modeling virtuous habits among the students through interactions and personal example. Consultation and collaboration with Regular Education Teachers, Interventionists and Administration to ensure all students' needs are being addressed. Assisting students in achieving academic success. Working with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class. Personal care. Social integration. All other duties may be assigned per the Employee Handbook. The salary for this position will be in accordance with the Great Oaks Academy standard hourly rate for paraprofessionals and according to experience.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person