Paraprofessional

Part Time Paraprofessional

2026-2027 School Year

Hours: M-Th 7:45-3:15 or 8:30-4:00

Reports To: Principal
Location: Alturas Preparatory Academy, Idaho Falls, ID

About Alturas Academy

Alturas Academy is a public charter school network committed to rigorous, inquiry-based learning and student growth. Through small instructional groups and teaching students at their true academic level, we create meaningful opportunities for collaboration, critical thinking, and academic success.

At Alturas, our values of support, collaboration, and community are foundational to everything we do. Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting students, teachers, and classrooms by fostering positive relationships, encouraging student growth, and helping create safe, engaging learning environments where every student can thrive. This role works closely with teachers and school staff to provide individualized support, reinforce instruction, and contribute to a collaborative school culture focused on student success.

Position Summary

The Paraprofessional provides instructional and classroom support to teachers while working directly with students to reinforce learning, promote positive behavior, and support academic and social-emotional growth. This position assists with classroom instruction, small-group learning, supervision, and daily classroom operations while maintaining a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment for students in grades 6–12.

Duties and Responsibilities

Student Support

• Provide instructional support to students individually and in small groups.
• Reinforce teacher-led instruction and learning objectives.
• Support students in developing academic, organizational, and social-emotional skills.
• Assist students with assignments, projects, and classroom activities.
• Encourage student independence while providing appropriate assistance.
• Support implementation of accommodations, interventions, and behavior supports as directed by teachers or support staff.

Classroom Support

• Assist teachers with daily classroom preparation and organization.
• Prepare instructional materials and learning resources.
• Support classroom routines and transitions.
• Assist in maintaining an organized, clean, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist with technology integration and classroom instructional tools.
• Support classroom, school, and campus-wide activities as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, special education staff, interventionists, counselors, and school leadership.
• Communicate professionally with students, staff, and families as appropriate.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and school operations.

Student Supervision & Safety

• Supervise students during lunch, arrival, dismissal, passing periods, and other assigned supervision times.
• Provide supervision and support in the lunchroom, helping maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful environment.
• Assist with morning arrival, bus duty, and afternoon carline dismissal to ensure safe and efficient student transitions.
• Promote positive student behavior consistent with school expectations.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow all school safety procedures and emergency protocols.
• Report student concerns, behavioral issues, or safety concerns promptly.
• Demonstrate flexibility by supporting the operational needs of the school, including substituting in classrooms, assisting other teachers or grade levels, supervising students, and performing other duties as assigned by the principal.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet Idaho paraprofessional requirements through one of the following:
• • Passing the ParaPro Assessment;
  • Completion of at least 30 college credits; or
  • Ability to obtain one of these qualifications upon hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written English.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or adolescents in an educational setting.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• Familiarity with instructional technology and classroom technology tools.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, intervention strategies, and small-group learning.

Employment Information

Position: Part-Time (Approximately 28 hours per week)

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, approximately 7.5 hours per day

Salary: Starting at $18.00 per hour or $20.00 per hour with an associates degree or higher.

Benefits

Employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) in accordance with Idaho law.

Work Requirements

• Ability to reliably commute to the assigned campus.
• Ability to supervise students in classrooms, common areas, and outdoor environments.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the school day.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor in a fast-paced educational environment.