School Information:

Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650 K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Aspire Academy click here.

Why Choose Aspire Academy:

Starting pay above traditional public schools' market scales.

Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests.

Competitive benefits?at affordable rates.

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

Personalized development and coaching?opportunities.

High level of support for all staff?by an experienced leadership team.

Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

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.