Paraprofessional at Vista Charter Academy

Vista Charter Academy, located in Grand Rapids, MI, opened in 1996 and serves students in Young 5–8.

Why Choose Vista Charter Academy

• Starting pay above market scales
• Competitive benefits at affordable rates
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources
• Safe learning environment with internal and external cameras
• Supportive colleagues focused on serving students
• Behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS)
• Dean support model
• High-quality professional development provided by NHA content specialists

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 (state requirements)
• Previous experience working in a school or with school-age children preferred
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics
• Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems

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