THE ORGANIZATION

BELIEVE Circle City (BCC) is an early college and career-focused high school that uses real-world experiences, societal norms and expectations to foster the academic achievement, autonomy, and agency needed to be a contributing member of our evolving society. BCC focuses on identity and leadership development, and explicitly develops our scholars and staff emotionally, socially, and culturally. BCC provides a rigorous curriculum filled with purpose-building experiences in service of creating dynamics for our scholars to flourish in their future pursuits.

OUR VISION

BELIEVE leaders will be equitable, independent, and influential citizens within their local and global community.

VISION FOR THE POSITION

Paraprofessionals will serve as key stakeholders at BELIEVE Circle City High School and will be instrumental in supporting scholars and families for years to come. This candidate will aid the Special Education team and General Education teachers to support scholars with exceptionalities. As a key member of the Scholar Support team, this candidate will collaborate in planning and implementing quality instruction alongside teachers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supporting Individualized Education Plans (IEPs):

Assist in implementing and supporting the goals outlined in students' IEPs.

Work closely with special education teachers to tailor instructional methods and materials to meet each student's unique need

Classroom Assistance:

Collaborate with teachers to provide support in the general education classroom.

Assist in the implementation of lesson plans and activities that accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.

Scholar Assistance

Assist students with classwork, assignments, and projects, adapting tasks as necessary.

Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special needs.

Behavioral Support

Implement behavior management strategies outlined in students' behavior plans.

Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment by promoting appropriate behavior and social skills.

Communication

Maintain open and effective communication with special education teachers, general education teachers, and other school staff.

Update teachers on students' progress, challenges, and achievements.

Complete other assigned tasks as needed

Ideal Qualifications

• An unwavering belief that all scholars can succeed in high school, college, and lead exemplary lives
• Proven track record of results in previous roles
• Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve
• Team Player

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Parapro certification and/or 2 years of college
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Compensation & Benefits

EEO: BELIEVE Schools is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

This job description reflects BELIEVE Schools articulation of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at any time. We strive to be the best place to work, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. And we offer a predictable salary schedule with the opportunity for performance bonuses.