Classroom Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional

BridgePrep Academy Schools

Description:

Paraprofessionals support teachers in the classroom to ensure high-quality instruction linked to the school and district strategic goals for all students. They provide a rigorous academic environment that actively engages students, create an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of all learners and supports the social/emotional development of the students.

Student Achievement metrics:

• 90% Student Retention

• 97.5% Average daily attendance

• Classroom and individual goals tracked and met

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Provides assistance to teachers to meet student and classroom needs

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups

• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays

• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify

• Implement and uphold BPA behavior management system that aligns with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom

• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with lead teachers and staff members

• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.

• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports

• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions to maximize achievement

• Discuss student’s progress with teachers, counselors, and administrators

• Communicate students’ progress with students as needed

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom

• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students

• Maintain confidentiality

• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development as needed

VALUES  

• Value the voices of all staff, families, and students  

• Work in collaboration to meet the needs of all stakeholders