What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator position at The Woodstock Academy?
Working with students to develop their independent skills within the mainstream classrooms, resource rooms, non-academic times, and other duties, as assigned.
The successful candidate will:
- Promote 21stcentury educational excellence through the vigorous support of the mission and goals of The Woodstock Academy; and
- Facilitate individual, departmental, and school excellence through the support of high quality personnel, reinforcement of best instructional practices, encouragement of a culture of collaboration, and a focus on student learning.
Minimum qualifications:
- Associates degree or successful results of para-professional test is required;
- Enjoy working with adolescents;
- Prior background in working in educational settings and/or willingness to train in support of meeting specialized student needs;
- Academic skills to work within core academic areas. Emphasis on Math or English;
- Ability to work well, coordinate and participate with faculty, staff, students, and administration;
- Certification to drive school vehicle, willingness to become certified. Must have valid driver's license and safe driving record;
- Strong professional ethics and boundaries;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work independently;
- Demonstrated excellence in human relations;
- Any combination of experience, training, aptitude, or education which provides the required skills, abilities, and professional maturity;
- As part of our encouragement of a culture of collaboration, any other additional educational and/or athletic related certifications or licensing preferred, specifically ABA and/or evidence-based reading/math intervention programs;
- Positive attitude, integrity, collaboration skills, cooperative attitude, and a sense of humor essential; and
- Applicant must pass a background check.
Additional Information:
- Position may be full-time or part-time based on candidate availability and program needs
- Position is for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year with the potential for extension