Internal Application Deadline:Monday, April 29th at 4:00pm CSTLocation:Nashville, Tennessee Employment Type:This is a full-time, in-person role beginning in July for the 2024-2025 school year. We are hiring paraprofessionals to support our middle schools (5-8) or high school (9-12) students. Campus placement for paraprofessionals is determined based on student and organizational needs.Salary:Compensation for the Paraprofessional role begins at $38,955 and increases by 2% annually.About Valor:Founded in 2014, Valor Collegiate Academies is a top-performing, public charter school network in Nashville, Tennessee, serving students in Grades 5-12 across three schools. Our mission is to create a community where students of all backgrounds have equitable access to an education that prepares them to live inspired and purposeful lives. This mission is made possible through an innovative school model that balances rigorous academics and whole-child education in an intentionally diverse environment. Learn more about Valor:https://valorcollegiate.org/our-model/ Core Responsibilities Include:Assist scholars in meeting their daily personal and academic goalsCollaborate closely with the exceptional education team of teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure the success and wellbeing of scholars Assist and guide scholars during class transitions and help them stay organized and on-task in their learning spacesSupport scholars with alternative academic tasks in an inclusive classroom environmentSupport scholars in developing coping strategiesWhen needed, pull out and work one-on-one with scholars to help them "reset" and prepare for the inclusive classroom environmentAssist scholars with personal daily life skills such as toileting, feeding, and general hygiene skills as neededAssist lead teachers with developing and creating materials for lessonsAssist lead teachers to collect data on scholars individual academic and behavioral goalsQualifications and Experience:You have either (1) completed two years of study at an institution of higher education, or (2) obtained an associate's or higher degree, or (3) passed a test that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics, or (4) completed an assessment of content competence developed by the Local Education Agency and approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. You have experience and passion for working with children with disabilitiesYou have an unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and beyondYou have a relentless drive to develop your practice to sharpen your skills as an educatorYou set ambitious goals for yourself and others and are not afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve themYou have the passion and commitment to serve a culturally and socioeconomically diverse community of students and familiesYou enjoy cultivating meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff You are able to model, live, and reinforce our school's core values, commitments, and policiesYou are authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorshipCompensation and Benefits:Compensation for the Paraprofessional role is $38,955 annually, with an increase applied yearly to base salaryParaprofessionals with Bachelor's degrees are eligible to apply for Valor's Transition to Teach Program after one full academic year of service, which provides an in-house pathway for paraprofessionals to enter the teaching professionComprehensive retirement and health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) Yearly stipend opportunities available for para-leader roles, athletic coaching, and summer work opportunitiesWe have a fully-paid parental leave policyAccess to network's PTO Sharing programFree access to an on-site strength & conditioning facility, Vanderbilt Health Clinic, retirement counseling, and mental health support and resourcesWe offer employee laptops and unlimited suppliesFull-time employees have priority student lottery preferences for student enrollmentCommitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:Valor believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables students and staff to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to thrive in a diverse world.
