Job Title: Dedicated Aide, High School
Date Posted: 11/26/2019
Job Function: Other
Grade Level: High School
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date:

ABOUT CESAR CHAVEZ PCS FOR PUBLIC POLICY
Chavez Parkside is a public policy, college preparatory charter high school in Ward 7. An anchor in the Parkside/Kenilworth community, our school has 500 students in grades 8-12. Chavez Parkside students achieved over 5 million dollars in scholarship and a 100% college acceptance rate. Parkside has a first-rate athletics program with champion basketball, volleyball, track and cheer-leading teams. And we have over 50 community partners hosting students in the fellowship program. Chavez Parkside serves a high needs population of students and is committed to giving them the resources and support they need to be successful in college and in life.

To learn more about Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy, visit chavezschools.org.

POSITION SUMMARY
Dedicated Aides will provide one-on-one support to scholars with moderate to severe needs in the regular general education classroom. Specifically, Dedicated Aides will support scholars with severe needs by helping them work through regular or modified grade-level curricula in the regular education classroom. Dedicated Aides will work closely with the grade level teams, gain hands-on experience working one-on-one with scholars, participate in school-wide professional development, and receive frequent feedback and coaching.

We seek a Dedicated Aide for immediate hire.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide engaging, motivating, and relevant one-on-one support to students with severe needs in the regular classroom, using plans and modifications provided by grade level and Scholar Advancement teams.
• Collaborate regularly with grade level and Scholar Advancement teams regarding individual students' progress and needs; provide data and anecdotal information on scholar progress during instruction.
• Teach and enforce school-wide systems, rules & consequences, disciplinary codes, and rewards at all times.
• Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in all professional development and learning opportunities. Continuously use feedback to make productive changes in instructional practices and overall performance.
• Complete all administrative requirements before given deadlines.
• Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout the year.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED

• HS diploma or GED equivalent, post secondary education preferred.
• 1-3 years professional work experience.
• Detail and results-oriented with superior verbal and written skills.
• Prior school experience a plus.
• Belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses.
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making.
• Strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver.
• Embodies the highest ethical standards.
• Works independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS: This position will be based at the Chavez Parkside campus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the building. In addition, travel to other sites could be required, frequency to depend on the needs of the school and position. The employee is regularly required to speak audibly, see, listen actively, and use hands to handle objects while performing the duties of this job. This position requires the ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AAP/EEO Statement: Chavez Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chavez Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Chavez Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chavez Schools' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.