MS Special Education Paraprofessional

Las Américas ASPIRA Academy 326 Ruthar Drive Newark, DE 19711 POSITION TITLE: Special Education Inclusion Paraprofessional GRADES: 6-8 STATUS: Full-Time Position School Vision and Mission: Our vision - A fellowship of learners building culturally-inclusive communities - and mission - To educate and empower each student to realize their full potential and positively impact their communities – are the foundation of our work at Las Américas ASPIRA Academy. We are accomplishing this mission through the full implementation of a dual language immersion, project-based learning curriculum. Our guiding principles – Accountability * Social and Emotional Intelligence * Positive Mindset * Inquiry * Resilience * Appreciation (ASPIRA) Position Description: Las Américas ASPIRA Academy is looking for a highly motivated paraprofessional to work with special education students across multiple settings. Responsibilities: Assist with the delivery of high-quality instruction in small group settings in both push- in and pull-out models to identified and unidentified students alike. Share in planning and administrative classroom duties. Collaborate with general education and special education teachers around strategies and interventions to use with identified and unidentified struggling learners. Assist with instruction and monitoring of Math and/or Reading intervention as needed. Be accountable for students' academic growth and achievement. Contribute to a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment. Reflect on successes and areas of growth as a paraprofessional, seek to improve performance, and respond to feedback. Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school- wide functions. Communicate regularly with parents regarding their children's academic success. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Knowledge, coursework, and certification in teaching exceptional learners. Comfort and fluency with reading and math content, as well as Common Core State Standards in Reading and Mathematics. Possess or be eligible for a valid State of Delaware Paraprofessional Certificate (for more information on State of Delaware licensure, please visit the website of the Department of Education at: http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title14/1500/1510.shtml Knowledge and understanding of dual language learners. Strong instructional skills and classroom management. Ability to reflect upon teaching practices and respond to constructive feedback. Professional Attributes: At ASPIRA, we believe every team member must possess the following professional attributes to be successful in our school: Commitment: A genuine passion for education and students with an inner drive to close the achievement gap and ensure that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, receives an excellent education. Leadership: An ability to push yourself and motivate others to maximize individual potential to achieve the school vision and mission. Focus on Data-Driven Results: An ability to deliver quality instruction based on student performance, and to be driven by a desire to produce quantifiable student achievement gains. Innovative Problem-Solving: The ability to see opportunity in challenges by taking the initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions. Adaptability: To excel in constantly changing environments and to remain flexible by shifting responsibilities or priorities to meet the needs of the overall school community. Teamwork: To increase the effectiveness of the overall team through collaboration, constant learning and supporting others. To be sensitive to diversity in all its forms and committed to learning from others. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Special education: 1 year (Preferred) Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person