Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide (part-time)- Excel Center Meadows

About the role

This is a part-time position located on the northeast side of Indianapolis. The Paraprofessional (teacher’s aide) provides in-person academic assistance, guidance, and classroom support to students while helping coordinate school operations, procedures, and resources to promote an effective and organized learning environment at The Excel Center. This position works closely with students, teachers, and other staff to support instruction, reinforce student understanding of coursework, and maintain orderly school operations.

Responsibilities

• Establishing student accounts and maintaining accurate, current information within the student information system.
• Assisting with credit-recovery courses and other academic programs.
• Collecting required documentation and maintaining accurate attendance records.
• Providing students with opportunities to earn academic credit by supporting in-person coursework and reinforcing comprehension.
• Assisting students with reading, note-taking, study strategies, and individualized remediation plans while maintaining an orderly and productive classroom environment.
• Collecting, recording, and distributing student assignments and other academic documentation as needed.
• Tracking relevant student and school data to support achievement goals, ongoing evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Monitoring testing, independent study periods, and classroom activities while assisting with attendance tracking.
• Supporting the on-site enrollment process for new students, including iExcel participation, troubleshooting, and decision-making consistent with The Excel Center model.
• Assisting with new student orientation and helping students adjust to school expectations, routines, and academic requirements.
• Maintaining classroom and office equipment and coordinating the resolution of equipment issues.
• Establishing professional performance goals and action plans, reflecting on progress, and adjusting practices as needed.
• Collaborating with school staff to develop and implement goals related to graduation outcomes, enrollment, student achievement, retention, and other school priorities.
• Partnering with coaches and school leadership to support students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
• Assisting with staff training, professional development, and goal-setting activities as needed.
• Promoting and maintaining a high-performance culture for staff and students.

Requirements

• No specific degree or credential required; candidates should demonstrate capability and articulate how prior experiences will contribute.
• Must pass a pre‑employment background check.

Qualifications

• Tutoring Expertise – solid grasp of various subjects, ability to explain concepts clearly to high‑school‑age students in urban, nontraditional, or adult education settings; creates, adapts, and delivers instructional material broken into steps.
• Academic Mindset – belief that all students can succeed;