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Paraprofessional

Intrinsic Schools

Paraprofessional

Chicago, IL
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Intrinsic Schools is a charter network whose mission is to create a revolutionary new school model that prepares all students for postsecondary success and world-changing endeavors.  We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student.  At our Belmont campus, we serve students in grades 7-12. At our downtown campus, we serve students in grades 9-12.  Our student demographics are 90% minority, 86% free and reduced lunch and 19% students with disabilities.  If you have a passion for teaching in an urban setting and using technology in the classroom, apply to our unique school.  

    WHY INTRINSIC

    We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. Our goal is to prepare all students for post-secondary success as demonstrated by high quality student work, growth on assessments and “non­cognitive” factors such as empathy, student independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity.

    Our team has a unique mix of charter, private school and deep CPS experience that creates a broad range of perspectives that ultimately leads to stronger schools.

    Finally, we offer a chance to be a part of an elite national peer group.  We collaborate with some of the most successful and innovative schools across the country as we refine our model. Our model will be shared across the city, the state and country!

    CULTURE AT INTRINSIC

    We believe that a strong student culture focused on learning and mutual respect between students and adults is foundational to a strong school.  Teachers at Intrinsic consistently implement a school-wide behavior system designed to create such a culture.

    OUR ACADEMIC MODEL

    Our academic model is unique and creates a very different and exciting place to work.   We provide diverse types of learning experiences such as Socratic seminars, small group instruction, hands-on labs and collaborative student projects. Team teaching is core to our model.  All math, ELA and Spanish teachers teach in teams where they plan together and work with students in larger spaces.  Teachers in other subjects are expected to plan collaboratively and often co-teach to support our special education and ESL students.  We use technology to personalize learning and to help students make deeper connections to content.  As a result of this structure, teachers are able to better assess and meet individual student needs.

     

    ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

    RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

    • Implement student’s IEP, per Accommodations and Modifications Special Factors section
    • Monitor the student’s progress with data collection 
      • Follow individual data collection tool
      • Keep daily log of student data
    • Follow and uphold Intrinsic’s Student Code of Conduct for all students
    • Implement behavior plans
    • Follow behavior plans for all students
    • Provide one on one or small group assistance (small group can include all students)
    • Assist in record keeping (includes attendance, daily logs, behavioral data, checking homework, etc)
    • Collaborate with special education teacher and general education teacher 
      • Review class lesson plans posted on student site and determine classroom responsibilities (regular check-ins with teacher)
      • Adapt activities and materials for whom he/she provides support
      • Discuss student concerns
    • Implement and follow accommodations and modifications
    • Implement and follow Paraprofessional Fading Plan
    • Follow your daily schedule, even when one of your student(s) is absent.

     

    THE PARAPROFESSIONAL

    •  Can be asked to work with small groups within the class setting
    • Can be asked to assist in classroom tasks
    • Maintain and protect student’s right to confidentiality

      WHO YOU ARE

    You believe we must challenge the traditional notions of school to ensure all students receive the education they deserve and need to be successful in college and beyond.

      QUALIFICATIONS

    • Team player with strong interpersonal/influence skills
    • Strong problem-solving skills
    • Strong judgment and decision-making skills
    • Strong and demonstrated commitment to advancing equity and justice in education and beyond
    • Past volunteer or coaching experience a plus
    • Knowledge of the G Suite
    • Support students remotely for the first semester of this year, if not longer into the school year.

     

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

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