Teacher's Aide

Location: BridgePrep Academy Osceola, 4851 Koa St. Kissimmee, FL 34758 Salary: Competitive (Commensurate with experience) JOIN US! We are seeking a highly qualified, dedicated, and energetic Teacher's Aide (Paraprofessional) to join our team. Partner with BridgePrep Academy in our mission to support lead teachers, provide high-quality targeted interventions, and cultivate a rigorous, inclusive environment where Title I students are engaged, supported, and positioned to meet ambitious academic growth goals. HIGHLIGHTS OF AN INTERVENTION CAREER WITH BRIDGEPREP Direct Impact on Student Growth: Play a vital role in closing learning gaps by leading critical small-group academic interventions. Professional Development: Engage in robust network, campus, and personal learning initiatives designed to sharpen your instructional delivery and behavioral management skills. Collaborative Culture: Join a deeply supportive, campus-wide network that relies on strong partnership, mutual respect, and shared problem-solving. Clear Success Metrics: Work toward exciting campus goals, including high student retention rates, exceptional daily attendance, and tracked student mastery. OUR TEAM AND WHAT WE ARE ABOUT We are a network of mission-driven educators and professionals united by shared convictions: We value every voice: We intentionally listen to and respect our staff, families, and students. We collaborate for solutions: We seek feedback, embrace growth, and partner together to meet the needs of all stakeholders. We support the whole child: We believe that academic growth goes hand-in-hand with developing a child's character, social-emotional skills, and sense of community. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Targeted Title I Interventions: Under the direct supervision of a certified lead teacher, deliver explicit, research-based small-group and 1-on-1 instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics. Classroom & Behavior Management: Implement and uphold BridgePrep's behavior management system with fidelity to cultivate a safe, orderly, and enthusiastic learning environment. Data & Record Keeping: Help maintain accurate student data, track progress toward individual goals, assist with Title I compliance documentation, and update administrative records. Material Preparation: Partner with lead teachers to prepare data-driven instructional materials, intervention resources, and vibrant classroom displays. Strong Communication & Compliance: Build trust-based relationships with families, keep teachers informed of individual student needs, and maintain absolute student confidentiality under FERPA guidelines. KEY QUALIFICATIONS Preferred (ESSA Title I Compliance): Candidates must meet one of the following educational criteria to satisfy state and federal Title I requirements: Hold an Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution; OR Have successfully completed at least 60 semester hours (2 years of study) at an accredited college or university; OR Possess a passing score ( 464 or higher ) on the official ETS ParaPro Assessment . Additional Requirements: Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED (paired with the college credits/ParaPro test above). Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; ability to adjust and adapt to a fast-paced school environment. Compliance: Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Preferred: Prior experience implementing targeted reading interventions geared toward the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST). #J-18808-Ljbffr