American Leadership Academy is currently accepting applications for Special Education Paraprofessionals for grades 7-12 in Sierra Vista, AZ. Candidates must possess a valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance card and CPR/First Aid Certification.

Qualifications:

• Completed at least 60 credit hours of study at an institution of higher education OR obtained an associate’s degree or higher OR a passing score on the AZ Dept. of Education Paraprofessional assessment
• Experience and/or coursework in teaching reading or math is preferred, but not required

Duties include:

• Modifying or adapting instruction for students with disabilities
• Working with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced by the teacher
• Providing one-on-one assistance to students with disabilities
• Guiding independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work with students as set up and assigned by the teacher
• Assisting students with self-care tasks (as necessary)

Candidates with the following qualities will thrive as part of our growing ALA team:

• Leadership and team collaboration skills
• Positive interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational skills and self-management to effectively handle multiple responsibilities
• Commitment to go above and beyond when necessary to reach goals.
• Strong planning, execution and problem solving skills
• Self-motivation
• Dependability

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an online application and the following supporting documentation:

• Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint card
• CPR/ First Aid Certification card
• Copy of Paraprofessional Certificate, Paraprofessional test results or other applicable documents
• Current resume

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person