Paraprofessional - High School for the 2026-2027 School Year
New Foundations Charter School · Philadelphia, PA · Yesterday
EducationFull-time
About the role
New Foundations Charter School is seeking a full-time Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is 10-month, full benefits, and operates from 6:30-2:30 PM.
Responsibilities
- Embrace the school mission and embody its vision for the future.
- Model core values of being student-focused, serving the community, and engaging in solutions-oriented and caring conversations.
- Welcome the opportunity to be constantly challenged to grow, learn, and improve.
- Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and assist in developing appropriate social skills.
- Assist in the management and shaping of student behavioral techniques and/or positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff.
- Communicate with the teacher(s) on behalf of the child.
- Assist students with class routines and in transitioning from one activity or location to the next.
- Guide students in developing positive, appropriate interpersonal relationships with peers and adults.
- Assist the child with daily living skills, including eating, drinking, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist students with ambulation, positioning, turning, and/or mobility within the school premises, class trips, and in the community.
- Assist the child with personal hygiene, including lavatory functions.
- Ensure the student utilizes all needed/required safety/health equipment, such as a helmet, glasses, or hearing aid.
- Notify the student's teacher of any equipment that may be damaged or in need of repair, such as a wheelchair or hearing aid.
- Administer First Aid and/or CPR whenever needed and/or required.
- Report any change in daily physical condition for a student with severe medical/mobility needs or who is medically fragile.
- Exhibit a professional image and demeanor at all times.
- Commit to continual professional growth.
- Attend all professional development meetings and faculty/staff meetings.
- Participate and support grade-level activities and school-wide functions throughout the school-year.
- Adhere to school schedule and be punctual for work and meetings.
- Maintain an effective and positive relationship with colleagues, staff, and supervisors.
- Illustrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students of varied age groups, temperaments, and abilities.
- Maintain student confidentiality and handle information and materials with complete security.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Act calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Requirements
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED and a working knowledge in reading, writing, and math.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Have a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
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- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
- Possess a minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in a K-8 school setting.
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