SY23-24 Springfield Realization Academy Founding Instructional Paraprofessional
Job description
Springfield Realization Academy (Empowerment Zone)
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield, Massachusetts
Job Details
Job Description
Springfield Realization Academy (SRA) is a 6th-8th grade school within the Springfield Public School District in Massachusetts. We are a dual-language school that offers a technology enhanced college preparation curriculum that embeds 21st century learning skills. We are seeking a dedicated and competent educator for the position of Instructional Paraprofessional. We currently have students in 6th and 7th grades and will accept another grade of students in the fall, when we will have our full complement of students in 6-8 grade. We are building a founding team of passionate, adaptive, and detail-oriented educators who are committed to equity in educational opportunities for children of underserved communities, and whose educational philosophy aligns with our mission:
Springfield Realization Academy (SRA) provides a technology enhanced, college preparatory curriculum that is tailored to meet the needs of students in grades 6-8. Through effective instruction, including an emphasis on bilingual education, purposeful use of data, and in partnership with our families, we ensure our students develop the 21st century learning skills to be successful in high school, college and beyond.
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
- Provides assistance with classroom activities.
- Prepares instructional materials.
- Manages individual and classroom behavior.
- Supervises students on ?eld trip activities.
- Performs other support services and related duties as requested by Building Principal.
- Unwavering high expectations for all scholars and a belief that all children deserve access to a college education and can all thrive academically given the appropriate supports.
- Positivity and enthusiasm for the potential of every scholar.
- Must be able to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, calculators, pencils, scissors, equipment for children with special needs, etc.
- Ability to ready a variety of correspondence, reports, handbooks, forms, lists, etc.
- Strong communication, organization, and on-the-fly problem solving skills.
- Capacity and passion to grow every day based on data and feedback from school leaders and peers.
- High School Diploma or GED, and Associate of Arts or Science Degree or higher, or 60 undergraduate college credits, or Meeting or exceeding the State mandated score on the Paraprofessional Assessment or Work Keys Assessment
- BA Degree with Educator Licensure and Experience working with special education students in education settings preferred.
- Proficiency in technological tools, including Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Drive (or equivalents) and other online teaching tools.
We encourage you to reach out to SEZP@springfieldempowerment.org if you have questions about the role or your qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to apply!
Benefits
Positions will be filled on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please contact sezp@springfieldempowerment.org with any questions.
About the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
As a “zone” of schools within the city of Springfield, SEZP’s approach draws on a deep and embedded partnership with the school district and local teachers’ union, while harnessing the flexibility and innovation found in autonomous school models. As a result, each school within SEZP is accorded significant school-based autonomies - in curriculum, talent, calendar, schedule, and budget – while being held accountable for realizing achievement gains for historically marginalized students. In all of our work, SEZP is in pursuit of equity and anti-racism – acknowledging the systemic oppression our students and families encounter daily and working to disrupt these provision gaps urgently and courageously.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination
- Job Categories : Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
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- No experience required
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