Paraprofessional at Detroit Premier Academy

School Information:

Located in Detroit, MI, Detroit Premier Academy opened in 2005 and serves 700+ K-8 students every year. At Detroit Premier, you can connect purpose with passion. To learn more about Detroit Premier Academy click here.

Why Choose Detroit Premier Academy:

Starting pay above market scales.

Competitive benefits at affordable rates.  

Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.

Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.   

Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.

Personalized development and coaching opportunities.

Utilizes the Dean support model.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader.

Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.

Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing.

Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.

Click here for the state requirements.

Previous experience working in a school or with school age children – preferred.

Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics.

Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems.

National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.