Special Education Paraprofessional (1 yr school-based experience preferred) Job at Catalyst Academy Charter School

Catalyst Academy Charter School Pittsburgh, PA

Who We Are:

Catalyst Academy Charter School is a free, open enrollment public charter school serving scholars and families in Pittsburgh’s East End. Our mission is to create a world class K-8 school where children are prepared for college, career, and life. We believe in creating a cohesive community in which scholars and families see themselves as catalysts for their communities. Our core values center around three words: Belong. Grow. Achieve. Catalyst is a place where scholars, families, teachers, and leaders exemplify the meaning of our core values.

BELONG: We create spaces in which our people feel seen, heard, and valued for the lived experience they bring to our community.

GROW: Our people never rest on their laurels and continuously strive to be better than they were the day, hour, or minute before through feedback, coaching, and seeking support.

ACHIEVE: We get results and celebrate wins.

Who We are Looking for:

Catalyst Academy seeks an experienced paraprofessional to join our team in a full-time capacity. If you are resilient, hard working, team-oriented, open to feedback, have grit, and are willing to do whatever it takes to close the achievement gap for children impacted by poverty and race, then we invite you to consider a career with Catalyst Academy.

What You Will Need to Know:

  • This position is a child-responsive role (i.e. working with a team to identify scholar(s)’ needs and then directly providing those needs);
  • This position requires a flexible mindset and an eagerness to promote independence amongst scholars, commensurate with the child’s abilities;
  • This position reports directly to the Founding Director of Inclusive Learning, Dr. Carrie Potter-Murray

Qualifications:

  • 1-5 years experience working with children in a school setting;
  • High school diploma or equivalent

What You Will Do:

  • Analyze data with the MTSS and Inclusive Learning teams,
  • Implement intervention plans;
  • Provide one-to-one, non-instructional support to individual students for activities of daily living, health, behavior, etc.
  • Support the School Culture Associate for 2-3 hours per day in classroom support

Commitment to Diversity (EEO):

Catalyst Academy Charter School does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), sex, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, students, families, community partners, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors.'
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Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees of Catalyst Academy Charter School must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 vaccination.

Application Question(s):

  • What compels you to serve and work alongside communities of color? Why do you believe Catalyst Academy Charter School is the place for you? (max. 500 words)

Experience:

  • school-based: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person




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