Para Tech

About Gem Prep Gem Prep is a K-12 college preparatory school. Our goal is to have all secondary students graduate from high school with an associate degree. Our elementary program builds a strong academic foundation for grades 6-12. Gem Prep schools are part of the Gem Innovation Schools organization, serving students across Idaho via large brick-and-mortar charter schools, a statewide virtual school, and microschool-like settings called Learning Societies. Learn more at www.gemprep.org. Our Mission: To prepare students for success in college by providing a high-quality, personalized, relevant, and rigorous education through exceptional teaching, innovative uses of technology, and partnerships with families. Student & Staff Competencies: Gem Prep students develop the following competencies by the time they graduate high school. Gem Prep staff are expected to possess each of these same competencies. Self-Aware, Self-Directed, Self-Disciplined Creative Problem-Solver Skilled Communicator and Collaborator Civic-Minded Position Summary The para/tech provides tutoring, under the direction of a certified teacher and supports all staff in the use of technology. Gem Prep seeks to hire partner teachers/paraprofessionals who have the desire to become a full-time certified Gem Prep teacher. Partner teachers are given a wide variety of responsibilities, including tutoring students in math and language arts.  They will also manage elective courses under the supervision of a certified teacher.  The variety of responsibilities will help partner teachers prepare to become a Gem Prep teacher, while working towards their teaching certification. Key Responsibilities Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce instruction or skills outlined by certified staff. Assist the certified staff in devising strategies for reinforcing learning and skills based on the individual student’s needs, interests, and abilities. Introduce online software programs, monitor student progress, and proctor curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned by the certified staff. Communicate student progress to the certified teacher. Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and community. Participates in training programs and meetings. Help with classroom cleanliness as needed. When assigned, assist with playground duty, lunch duty, and field trips; Support all staff and teachers in the use of classroom technology. Document all pertinent end-user identification information in the ticket system, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or issue. Prioritize and schedule problems.  Escalate problems, when required, to the appropriate person. Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting. Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the internet to aid in problem resolution. Identify and learn the appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization. Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, implementing file backups, installing and upgrading hardware, and configuring systems and applications. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Aptitude for working with children, parents, and teachers Excellent oral and written communication skills Ethical behavior Knowledge of basic computer hardware. Experience with desktop operating systems, including Microsoft Windows and Chrome OS. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on building rapport, including listening and questioning. Working knowledge of popular diagnostic utilities. Experience with Microsoft Office. Ability to seek out answers through websites, forums, and other staff if they are not known. Knowledge of basic computer troubleshooting steps, including but not limited to (wifi connectivity, printer setup, driver issues, video communications software). Working at Gem Prep We hire and develop excellent educators and provide strong support. We value: Results.  Gem Prep works relentlessly to create efficient, measurable, and sustainable results. We strive for excellence and pursue our mission tenaciously. Ideally, you thrive working in a fluid environment where flexibility and tenacity are required. Innovation. We embrace new approaches and ideas that have a powerful impact on learning and teaching, achieving success for every student. We believe that today’s students need schools that dramatically rethink the traditional learning and teaching process for the success of every student.   The status quo is not acceptable.   Integrity. We are truthful, fair, and trustworthy in all aspects of our work. We expect the same of you. Humility. If you are humble and teachable, this will be a powerful learning experience for you.  Your humility will be key to building trusted and authentic relationships as well as the key to your professional growth. We also understand that you bring valuable experiences and knowledge that will lift our team. Teamwork. We value each of our team members as individuals but believe that we achieve the greatest results by working together. FLSA Status: Exempt Gem Innovation Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other protected status. Preference may be extended to eligible veterans in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Gem Innovation Schools is a drug-free workplace, and adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.