Instructional Paraprofessional

JOB DESCRIPTIONTitle: Instructional ParaprofessionalPosition Description: The Instructional Paraprofessional provides assistance to teachers with in-person instruction, organization, and management strategies. The Instructional Paraprofessional is responsible for reinforcing strategies that support curriculum by performing a variety of duties associated with the supervision of students as they are involved in various school activities. Specific assignments will vary from program to program depending on the job assignment; duties may include small group instruction in academic areas, lunchroom supervision, noon recreation/recess supervision, in-school suspension, and/or playground monitoring. Reports to: PrincipalPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:The Kindezi School Instructional Para supports the ongoing maintenance of a positive, safe, and productive school environment by engaging as needed in the building in the following capacities. Academic and Social-Emotional SupportCollaborate with general education and/or special education teachers at assigned grade level(s) or classroom to plan for and provide small group or individualized academic interventions to lower elementary students in accordance with interventions from the RTI/504 Coordinator and/or the supervising teacher’s lesson plans;Provide small group and/or individualized instruction to students in accordance with the prescribed phonics program;Administer benchmark assessments to determine student growth;Collect progress monitoring and SST data for assigned students, under the supervision of the student’s general education teacher or the SST Coordinator.Provide interventions at all tiers to support with MTSSAssist teachers with classroom organization, management and instructional strategies.Assist teachers with the preparation of instructional materials (student copies, boards, wall materials) as it relates to daily lesson planForms positive relationships and provides behavioral support to build socio-emotional skillsProfessionalism and CommunicationSupport and manage dismissal, meals, and other school functions that require student supervision Work collaboratively with school staff to support student holistic growthForm positive relationships with geniuses KEY ATTRIBUTES:Values that align with the Kindezi core values and goalsDemonstrated commitment to increasing student achievement and supporting the social-emotional needs of studentsDedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindsetHigh academic expectations; Believes that all students deserve an equitable education experience no matter their circumstancesStrong communication skills and follow-throughCollaborative team member Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to actively listen to others, build consensus and resolve conflictsDemonstrated ability to effectively supervise childrenGeneral knowledge of academic subjects relevant to position assignmentQUALIFICATIONS:Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United StatesAssociate’s or Bachelor's Degree (minimum of approved 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours) OR passing score on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment Test requiredHave the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check and obtain a GaPSC-issued clearance certificateExceptional written and verbal communication skillsCOMPENSATION/BENEFITS: Salary: $35,000.00Compensation aligned with The Kindezi Schools’ Support salary scheduleTeacher Retirement System (TRS) pension, 403b plan, paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits.  JOB CLASSIFICATION: Work Days: 202Salaried, Full-Time, Exempt