Instructional Aide Cleveland Preparatory Academy

Our teachers and staff make a difference every day. We invite passionate, caring educators to join our national network in bringing exceptional learning opportunities to children and communities everywhere. We offer a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes flexibility and opportunities for growth. Benefits Flexible Hours, Part-Time, and Full-Time Positions Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Optional Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child) Voluntary Disability Insurance (Long & Short Term) Instructional Aide ACCEL Schools is seeking an Instructional Aide for Cleveland Preparatory Academy in Cleveland, OH. Be part of the difference at Cleveland Preparatory Academy! Located on a historic campus in the heart of Old Brooklyn, Cleveland Preparatory Academy serves K-8 students with hands-on, project-based instruction featuring the arts and STEM. Known for its nurturing teachers and staff and active school community, the school is the top academic performing school in the area. Cleveland Preparatory Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014. About the Opportunity The Instructional Aide assists the Teacher with classroom activities and helps to promote positive student behaviors in both academics and extra-curricular activities. The Instructional Aide provides oversight to ensure student safety and a positive school climate. The Instructional Aide assists the School Leader and Teachers by administering the assigned duties in conformity with the philosophy and policies of ACCEL Schools, the assigned school, the school’s governing board, the State Board of Education, and all applicable laws. Duties Supports lessons taught by the teacher to individual students or groups of students and follows instructional plans as assigned by the Teacher or School Leader Helps plan classroom activities as directed by the Teacher and supports the Teacher in all student and parent relations Assists with school activities, including parent‑faculty nights, faculty meetings, assemblies, commencement exercises, fundraiser, chaperoning student activities, providing guidance for students, participating on faculty committees, etc. Performs clerical duties, including grading papers and making copies Assists the Teacher in the use of classroom technology Helps maintain the cleanliness of the classroom, lunchroom and other school areas Understands, accepts, abides by, and implements the school’s philosophy and mission statement in all school activities Other duties as assigned, including field trips, morning duty, dismissal duty, and lunch duty Performance Expectations Works cooperatively with the Teacher and others Acts in accordance with directives from the Administrator (or designee) and teacher Contributes to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standard About You Associate Degree, two years of college coursework, or the passage of the Para Professional’s Exam Proficiency in MS Office Successful completion of BCI/FBI check Ability to meet educational standards as applicable Ability to work well under pressure, and effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently Understanding and ability to manage confidential information High quality written and verbal communication skills Physical ability to lift 25-40 lbs. Experience in a school or social services setting is a plus About Us “We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career‑technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities. Compensation and Benefits The starting hourly rate for this position is $15.50/hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Paid time off Retirement contributions Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) Voluntary short-term disability insurance Voluntary long-term disability insurance Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

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