WHY U PREP SCHOOLS?

Do you want a job? Or do you want a career in an organization making the difference in the life of scholars?

Families send their children to U Prep because they recognize education is a tool in shaping and changing lives and value the culturally responsive curriculum and learning environments that set our scholars on a path to college and meaningful careers, fulfillment, and becoming positive change agents in our community.   

The U Prep School district is home to ten K-12 schools with focused paths of College Prep, Art & Design, and STEM. We are one of the largest and longest public charter networks in Detroit – operating for over 20 years. We have alumni making a difference in the city, region, and beyond. Check out the latest 20 Black Detroiters Making History list to see some of our past schloars in action!

We continually seek out talented individuals to join the U Prep Crew and partner with us in supporting our educators and scholars as we all deliver on our mission. Read on if you are interested in being a part of this important work!

SUMMARY:

U Prep Paraprofessionals are responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the educational and social development of all the students.       

If you are dedicated to a pursuit of excellence both in yourself and our students; if you are self-motivated; if you are an innovator and if you want to play a key role in changing young lives --we are looking for U. Our mission: To give students the courage to pursue a future full of possibilities.    

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports to the School Leader through the teaching staff.         
• Supervises individuals or small groups of students as directed by the teachers.    
• Lead small group instruction as directed by the lead teacher.       
• Helps with the planning, preparation, and implementation of projects and activities as directed by the teacher.   
• Supervises students during non-academic times (i.e. lunch, choice time, recess, teacher planning periods, etc.).
• Chaperones class field studies.            
• Helps maintain an orderly, organized, attractive classroom environment.
• Assists with arrival and dismissal, including escorting children to and from cars/buses.
• Provides clerical assistance as directed by the teachers.
• Manages student lunchtime.  
• Participates in all scheduled staff meetings and professional development.
• Maintains flexible daily routines that accommodate changing responsibilities and schedules. 
• Supports teaching staff in any way that promotes the goals of U Prep. 
• Offer an enrichment class for students on early release days. 
• Assists with the beautification of the school, bulletin boards, etc. 
• Take a leadership role in the weekly community circle.     
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 60 college credit hours or more and can obtain official transcripts;

• Experience working with children in an education setting;leducation setting;   

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community.

Compensation/Hours:

• $17.00 an hour 
• Part-time with a maximum of 29.5 hours a week