ACCEL Schools is seeking Instructional Aides/Paraprofessionals in the Cleveland, Ohio area dedicated to providing a superior education for all students in our Network. We are seeking candidates who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. Salary commensurate with experience.

Our schools employ a diverse staff of passionate professionals who value research-based practices and a desire to grow as professionals. We are committed to increasing student achievement, regardless of historical barriers, while at the same time developing ourselves via professional development, job embedded instructional coaching, and embracing a growth mindset.

Job Summary:

The Employee shall perform the duties of Specialized Paraprofessional at the School, as described below and the laws of the State of Ohio. Employee agrees and acknowledges that he/she is responsible to assist in the implementation of the School curriculum and support the goals and objectives of the School. Further job description and performance expectations are listed below: 

• Creating and maintain a high-quality learning environment with respect to the academic needs of the child
• Work with student(s) to ensure mastery of all material delivered
• Maintain an effective Special Education program with the assistance of the Intervention Specialists
• Work with student(s) with special needs to increase and support goals listed in the IEP
• Stay abreast and monitor all legal issues that are associated with our Special Education population
• Develop and implement classroom management strategies that respect the needs and development of the student(s) and that ensures a positive, harmonious learning environment
• Maintain professional behavior which is appropriate in the field of education and supports the school
• Assist Intervention Specialist, classroom teachers and school leaders with building-wide expectations and modifying curriculum to meet the needs of a specific student/students based on their IEP
• Support and work to create and maintain small groups that are organized and focused on student achievement
• Assist in the implementation of lesson plans as prescribed by the Intervention Specialists and School Leaders
• Participates in all professional development activities
• Prepares student(s) to achieve on state, district and classroom assessments
• Participates in data collection with regards to student IEP goals for behavior and academics
• Implements professional practices consistent with the school's vision and philosophy
• Helps with supervision according to the needs of the school
• Conduct instructional groups at the direction of school leaders
• Assist in the daily operations of the school as needed to ensure the success of the students
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current Paraprofessional license in the State of Ohio
• Associate or Higher Degree Required
• Knowledge of Ohio Learning Standards and Common Core Standards, Extended Standards
• Experience in inclusion setting, resource room, pull-out setting, various co-teaching models
• High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
• High-quality written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks (FBI/BCI)
• Experience working in a multi-cultural/urban setting preferred

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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