Paraprofessional - Charter

13th August start
Full Time
Posted about 14 hours ago
Expiring 25th June
Hennepin County, Minneapolis-St. Paul
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Monday - Thursday, 7:40 - 3:00 pm. Supporting classroom special education students and teacher. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Paraprofessionals: Follow all directions from the classroom teacher. Assist students with personal hygiene including toileting, diapering, eating, dressing and other self-help skills. Engagement with the students to support their learning during all activities. Following the classroom schedule. Assisting with student transitions to and from the classroom. Assisting with lunch and recess support and supervision. Redirection of students who are not following expectations or participating in classroom activities and lessons. Ensuring students are following expectations and are having safe bodies Demonstrate and model personal characteristics that Spero Academy expects of its students such as; Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, Empathy, Manners, and Trust. Provide a warm, caring, nurturing, and stable learning environment. Be a positive influence in daily activities, act with integrity, showing respect to coworkers and students. All other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, lead paraprofessional or administration. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but merely a few basic expectations and examples.
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This inclusive K-6 charter school is dedicated to providing a personalized educational experience for students with disabilities. With a focus on fostering academic, emotional, and social growth, the school operates eleven months a year and maintains a low educator-to-student ratio, ensuring individualized attention for each child. The mission emphasizes the belief that every child can learn and succeed when given the right opportunities. The school is committed to creating differentiated programs that seamlessly integrate academics with social and emotional learning. By identifying each student's unique educational needs and learning styles, the staff collaborates effectively with specialists and families to tailor personalized education plans. The learning environment is structured to support continuous progress, promoting high standards of academic and personal excellence while cultivating respect, responsibility, and a strong sense of community. Parents and the community recognize the school's dedication to transforming the educational experience for students, making it a commendable place for both students and educators.

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Yes. We can help with daily subbing and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in higher education or college.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 500 schools in Minneapolis St Paul - Minnesota, Denver - Colorado, Los Angeles - California and Phoenix - Arizona, San Diego California, The Bay Area California

Do you have school administrator roles?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you as this isn't what we specialize in.

Do you provide any training for teachers?

Yes, we have educators on staff who offer expertise and training to Zen Educate teachers. Regions vary in the training sessions that are required / offered.

General

How is Zen Educate different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that matches schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

I couldn't find something on your website, how do I find more?

Email help@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.

Application process

What documents do I need to provide in the vetting process?

We'll need a photo for professional use, resume, and a document reflecting your highest level of education. In addition, we'll need a right to work and background check. Your region or school may require other training or documentation - our recruitment team will guide you through each step!

I don't have all of my documents ready now. Can I still apply?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.