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Paraprofessional Classroom Assistant

Employer
String Theory Schools
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Job Category
Support Staff, Paraprofessional
Grade Level
Elementary School
Job Type
Full-Time

Job Details

Paraprofessional Classroom Assistant

The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts & Sciences seeks a full-time Paraprofessional for K-2 Emotional Support Classroom and Grade 3-5 Emotional Support Classroom to join the team at our neighborhood campus located at 1197 Haworth St. At Arts & Sciences, students in grades K-8 engage in a unique educational program designed to grow the next generation of creative leaders, and where students focus on the arts and sciences as major subjects alongside a technology-infused, standards-driven academic curriculum. Our teachers are creative, passionate, professional educators that believe every student has specific intelligences that must be nurtured and that all students should have an equal opportunity to achieve their own innate potential.  

 

Position Summary

The Classroom/Teacher Assistant works and plans with the special education teacher in an Autistic Support or Emotional Support environment, organizes and implements an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages all students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This position will also be responsible for individual and classroom management systems. Every String Theory Schools campus has a Special Education Supervisor.

 

Experience, Education, and Licensure

  • Experience: Experience working with urban student population. Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Education: High School Diploma or Equivalence Certificate. 2 year associate or college program. Experience with children.
  • Candidates must be US Citizens and have permission to work in the United States. String Theory Schools will not sponsor a Visa for a candidate

  • Candidates must either have an official PA state teacher certification, not an emergency certification, or be working towards their official certification.

 

Responsibilities

  • Assist the teacher with instructing and supervising children in classroom learning, using the instructional standards
  • Work with individual children or small groups of children to reinforce new skills initially introduced by the teacher.
  • Assist teacher in devising and implementing strategies for reinforcing skills based on the needs and abilities of each child including our Special Education students and English Language Learners.
  • Model positive behavior using our Positive Behavior Supports model.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly about students to teachers regarding student progress and student needs.
  • Continuously monitor children to ensure safety at all times.
  • Assist teacher with developing appropriate individualized activities for students with disabilities.
  • Assist teacher to prepare activities that support lesson plans.
  • Follow established school protocol for communicating with classroom teacher and parents.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date records documentation, education folders and/or portfolios.
  • Help maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
  • Other duties as assigned within the scope of position expectations.

     

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Basic understanding of The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts & Sciences mission, vision, values, programs and philosophy.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the school community and the related demographics.
  • Understanding of school protocols for issues such as confidentiality, student safety and home communication.
  • Ability to effectively use standard office equipment and technology.
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by compassionate, courteous, cordial, cooperative, and professional interaction with diverse groups of colleagues, families, and the community.
  • Ability to operate a computer and use a variety of common software programs
  • Attends all String Theory Schools professional development both onsite and off site when required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
  • Knowledge of PA state standards and testing requirements.
  • Ability to work in a team environment – demonstrating the ability to collaborate and contribute to a variety.

 

 

Testimonies from Special Education Teachers

“The teacher team support at String Theory Schools is amazing, our teachers truly care about supporting all students and working together to make it happen. We have a ton of resources for teachers, a whole tech department and support to integrate new and upcoming ideas into the classroom plus collaborative 90 minute prep time to meet with same content area teachers. Our longer school day gives us a few extra days off, which is always a plus - our winter break is extra long and a 4 day weekend for Memorial day."

“String Theory Schools has a supportive Special Education team, always willing to brainstorm ways to support students towards academic and functional excellence. Our students are the magic and passion of what we do.  Every day is unique and the challenges keep us on our toes!  Come join our team and ensure the success of a student!" 

 

Benefits: 

  • Access to consistent coaching in instruction and technology integration
  • Access to best-in-class technology resources and a physical framework designed with innovative learning in mind
  • Excellent health benefits (for both you and your family), retirement benefits, and more!

     

Please visit our website at www.stringtheoryschools.org/join-our-team to learn about the application process. Send all required materials to employment@stringtheoryschools.org.

Company

String Theory Schools

Growing the Next Generation of Creative Leaders

As a non-profit education design and management organization, we have committed ourselves to bringing the arts and innovation to the children of Philadelphia.

Our first school opened in the Fall of 2000 with the goal of offering students an arts immersive curriculum that would allow them to thrive academically and artistically. After a successful twelve years of growth, String Theory Schools was created to bring the mission of our original charter to more students and their families in Philadelphia. Today, String Theory Schools operates two charter schools that offer students a comprehensive educational program that emphasizes equally academic and artistic excellence. We are passionate about honoring each student as an individual and educating all students so that they reach their highest potentials.

 

Our Schools:

  • Philadelphia Performing Arts: K-12 Charter School, Three Campuses: East Campus (K-1), West Campus (2-5), Vine Street Campus (6-12)
  • The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences: K-8 Neighborhood Charter School
Company info
Website
Telephone
(215) 334-4222
Location
1600 Vine St.
Philadelphia
PA
19102
United States

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