Position: Paraprofessional
Location: South Mountain Campus
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $17.00/hour

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SUN VALLEY ACADEMY

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Provide instruction and classroom management services under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Provide instruction to individual students and small groups of students.
• Assist in developing and preparing instructional materials and training modules.
• Assist with the establishment and reinforcement of acceptable student behavior, attitudes, and social skills.
• Assist with student enrichment activities including field trips, art and recreation.
• Assist with recordkeeping for the instructional program and student records.
• Assist with the inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Monitor and assist with transporting students to and from school and on field trips.
• Monitor and assist students during meal, recess, and dismissal periods.
• Maintain a schedule established by the supervising teacher.
• Use a variety of activities and materials approved by the supervising teacher.
• Work effectively with general and special education teachers.
• Supervise students as assigned by the principal.
• Assist with student testing administration and scoring.
• Assist classroom teachers with general cleanup and preparation.
• Attend in-service training for continued professional development.
• Work with students on a one-to-one basis including students with sensory, cognitive, emotional and/or physical disabilities.
• Perform the duties required of the position including confidentiality, personal organization and timely submission of all paperwork.
• Participate in staff development training, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum AA Degree, 60 credit hours or Parapro Certification
• Work in a timely and efficient manner
• Ability to relate to public, staff and students in a positive manner
• Ability to use word processing on a PC computer
• Possess or able to obtain current Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Possess or able to obtain current First Aid and CPR cards

ABOUT US

Sun Valley Academy is a premier charter school district serving students in the Avondale and South Mountain communities. We believe in educating the whole child by focusing on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and creating a nurturing environment. As a Leader in Me School, our students began learning and implementing leadership principles in Kindergarten and continue throughout their academic career. At Sun Valley Academy, we celebrate and promote diversity and inclusion, build community partnerships, and seek sustainable practices to preserve our environment.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

At SVA, we offer smaller class sizes (for teacher postings), competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a warm and loving environment, opportunities to lead after school clubs and programs, and future growth opportunities.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Sun Valley Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Sun Valley offers competitive salary, full medical benefits, life insurance and a 401K retirement program. We are a warm, caring, supportive environment where all team members work hard to give our students the best possible academic outcomes.

BACKGROUND SCREENING PROCESS

To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.

INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM?

Apply through the link below.https://sunvalleyacademy.isolvedhire.com/