Paraprofessional (22.23 School Year)
- Full-time
- Subject: Special Education
- Start Date: Immediate opening
- Department: School-based Support
Company Description
Who we are:
KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.
Mission:
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Vision:
Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.
Equity Statement:
KIPP St. Louis is committed to becoming an anti-racist and anti-sexist organization by confronting inequities, barriers, and oppressive policies and systems.
KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.
Job Description
Position Overview:
KIPP St. Louis Paraprofessionals provide one-on-one instructional care to students with special needs. Paraprofessionals assist and support the teacher(s) in implementing an instructional and care program to promote the academic achievement and personal development of this and other special need students.
On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:
Instructional Delivery
Assists in delivering quality instruction/lessons created by teachers
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students and teachers based on trust and respect
Provides instructional support within the special education and general education classroom as needed in order to meet students’ needs
Communicates high expectations for behavior by teaching, practicing, and reinforcing rules and consequences
Approaches practice with a sense of urgency, maximizing every minute
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records
Assumes responsibility for student achievement
Provides feedback to teachers about students’ progress and needs
Constant Learning
Collaborates with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
Consistently reflects on instructional practices through formal and informal methods and works relentlessly to meet individual and professional development goals
Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines and honoring schedules
Works to become knowledgeable about best practices in working with students with learning disabilities and challenging behavior
Embraces feedback and constructive criticism in the spirit of constant improvement
Academic and Cultural Support
Participates actively in developing and following through with individualized learning plans and behavior plans for students
Assists in the daily functioning of the school as necessary
Other Essential Functions
Escorts, assists, and/or supervises student(s) during play periods, movement throughout the building, to and from buses, toileting routines, lunch, snack, specialized and inclusive classes, community activities, and other times as designated
Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
Performs health-related procedures such as: feeding, lifting, positioning, carrying, toileting, tube feeding, cleaning catheterization, and suctioning equipment
Performs other duties related to Special Education, as assigned by teacher or administrator
Qualifications
What you bring to the table:
A high school diploma or GED and Missouri substitute certification (required)
Bachelor’s degree and Missouri substitute certification (preferred)
Experience working with students
Strong organizational and time management skills
Able to accept and implement professional feedback
Additional Information
What we bring to the table:
We are a fast-paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement, and to cultivate their best working environment we provide the following:
$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision, and dental.
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 14% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony and more!
Non-profit student loan forgiveness program qualified employer
Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10-year financial rewards
Generous time off:
Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave
Paid parental leave for new families
Granted holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)
On-going professional development opportunities:
Weekly coaching sessions
Weekly school-based professional development
Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers
Check out our KIPP St. Louis video to learn more about KIPP St. Louis Public Schools!
KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff, and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.