SY26-27 Dedicated Aide

Job Overview: The Inclusion Associate (Dedicated Aide/Paraprofessional) is a member of the Student Services Team. They work in collaboration with lead classroom teachers to support students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs). The student assigned to the Dedicated Aide/Inclusion Associate/Dedicated Aide/Paraprofessional remain the primary responsibility of the classroom teacher; the Aide is present to provide behavioral and/or academic support to his/her assigned student’s overall educational outcomes and to facilitate the assigned student’s long-term independence.Reports To: The Inclusion Associate (Dedicated Aide/Paraprofessional) reports directly to the Director of Student Services.Responsibilities and DutiesSupports the creation of environments and instructional opportunities that meet the needs of the assigned studentProvides behavioral and/or academic supports to assigned student’sConsistently implements behavioral and academic strategies outlined in the assigned student’s IEPGathers and maintains academic and behavioral data; maintains anecdotal notesKeeps other members of the classroom teaching team, appropriate service providers, and families informed of progress and challenges regarding the studentCollaborates with the teaching team to evaluate instructional effectiveness and to modify instructional approaches based on feedbackl restraint, as approApplies the principles of crisis prevention intervention and implements passive physicapriateActively participates in professional development opportunities provided and seeks out additional professional developmentMaintains confidentiality and treats all information about children and their families in strictest confidenceQualifications, Skills and ValuesQualificationsAssociates Degree or 48 college credits or passed the Paraprofessional PRAXIS Exam required.At least 1 year of direct work with children aged 3-12 years old required.Bilingual English and Spanish are strongly preferred.Experience in an urban school setting and familiarity with Responsive Classroom.Skills and ValuesDemonstrated ability to be an independent solutions-oriented problem-solverWilling, hard-working attitude with a growth mindset toward self, students, and colleaguesDemonstrated ability to take ownership of personal work and the school missionCapacity to embody the characteristics of a Community Steward by practicing six community building virtues and values every day: 1) Empathy, 2) Speak your truth, 3) Perseverance, 4) Inquiry, 5) Collaboration, and 6) AppreciationAbility to manage time and work in a fast-paced, dynamic school environment, multi-task, prioritize, and stay calm under pressureFlexibility, professionalism, creativity and a willingness to learnDemonstrate knowledge of and the ability to support learning in reading, writing, and mathematicsStrong communication skills required in order to effectively engage with teachers, staff, parents, and childrenAbility to maintain a patient and supportive relationship with assigned studentDemonstrated commitment to Mundo Verde’s missionOther Job DetailsSchedule: 8 hour day, 8am to 4:30pm Monday-FridayLocation: Network position meaning will serve students at either Cook Campus or Calle 8 CampusPosition Type: This is a 10-month salaried position which is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards ActEmployment subject to TB test, fingerprinting and background checkWhat we offerMundo Verde cares for and values our phenomenal staff and provides the following:A competitive salary based on one’s education and experienceA Tier 1 bilingual public charter school home in which to inspire children in a progressive environmentAn opportunity to be a part of developing compassionate global stewards and life-long biliterate learnersColleagues who are devoted to their practice, their students, and the school missionA leadership team dedicated to supporting professional growth by providing feedback and supportA 3-4 week summer institute and other professional development opportunities as availableFT hourly: A benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short/long-term and life insurance, employer contributions to a 401(k), a transportation stipend, and paid time off (10 days of PTO: 7 Sick, 3 Personal), off on winter break, spring break and holidays scheduled in the school calendar.MVBPCS is an equal opportunity employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School