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Job Title: Paraprofessional 1:1
Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ)
FLSA Status: FT-Non Exempt
Reports To: Dean of Student Services
Work Days: 8 hrs M-F School days plus Professional Development and work days
Wages: $22-$24

Start Date: Jan. 6, 2025

Essential Functions

• Provide 1-1 support for a grammar school student with special need
• Provide instructional reinforcement of lesson plans, under direction of classroom teacher
• Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students
• Model the school's professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, staff, and community members
• Supervise student in both instructional and assessment activities, in and out of the classroom
• Participate in planning sessions with the learning team, communicating with parents and school officials when necessary

• Reteach lesson components, as determined by the teacher, by leading small-group and individual discussions and reviewing classwork
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs, providing assistance with hygiene when necessary
• Organize classroom and teaching materials, and verify and track student attendance
• Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and photocopying
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, parents, and staff, and participate in parent-teacher conferences and faculty meetings and events

Required skills and qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Has or willingness to be certified in CPI for possible restraint of Child
• Experience working with students
• Effective communication skills with adults and children
• Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
• Familiarity with educational software and willingness to learn new systems
• Certification in first aid and CPR
• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools
• Commitment to classical education and to the high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to complete other related duties as requested

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Associate's degree (or equivalent) in early childhood development or education
• Certification in teaching
• Experience with special-needs students

Benefits Available:
Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive compensation, full-time employees having access to employer-covered monthly premiums for specific health, dental, and vision plans, and employer contributions to health savings accounts for those opting for high-deductible plans. We also offer a percentage match to retirement accounts and an assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions. Additional benefits include paid time off, and sick pay.
Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child
• When certified, able to perform needed child restraint per CPI
• Must be able to supervise outdoor activities