Paraprofessional at Laurus Academy

About the School

Located in Southfield, MI, Laurus Academy opened in 2009 and serves students in grades K-8. Laurus Academy combines passion with purpose to create a meaningful educational experience.

Why Choose Laurus Academy

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
• Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• Utilizes the Dean support model.
• Alternative Certification Assistance.
• Strong Parental Involvement.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
• Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing.
• Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

Requirements

• Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional. Click here for the state requirements.
• Previous experience working in a school or with school-age children – preferred.
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.
• Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.

Learn more about our core values.