Paraprofessional

OUR MISSION

The BRICK Education Network (BEN) mission is to relentlessly knock down all barriers to students’ academic success. Our innovative model aligns an individualized excellent education with the necessary family supports to make sure each and every child can succeed. It’s our vision that each and every child will have an unimpeded path to unlocking their limitless potential.

To learn more about BRICK, please visit http://www.bricknewark.org

BRICK currently has schools in two regions: Gateway Academy in Newark, New Jersey, and BRICK Buffalo Academy in Buffalo, New York.

Gateway Academy Charter School was formed this past summer by merging Achieve Community Charter School (K-8) and People's Preparatory Charter School (9-12), two schools that having been serving students and families in Newark for 13 years. As a full K-12 continuum, we start our college-focused academic programming in kindergarten and yield better results for Newark students for generations to come. We are so much more than a school; we are a full ecosystem of supports that spans from cradle to career. We provide our families with free wraparound services like prenatal care, career services, and housing support. Our high school alumni receive up to six years of post-graduate assistance. Gateway Academy attracts a diverse staff devoted to nurturing our students’ intellect and identities in order to prepare them to graduate from college and to chart their own course.

To learn more about our Newark location, Gateway Academy, please visit https://www.gatewayacademy.org

Benefits

Joining the BRICK Education Network is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting entrepreneurial organization. BEN’s unique approach to transforming public education puts successful students and world-class schools at the center of vibrant communities. Powered by diverse leaders and a commitment to fighting the status quo, BRICK is building resilient, intelligent, creative kids by equipping them with a high-quality, nurturing education and thriving, engaged families to support their success from cradle to career.

Overview

Role: The paraprofessional educator works with small or large groups of students under the leadership of the certified classroom teacher. The role is ideal for someone looking to grow in the education field and possibly become a Teacher In Training in future years.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Assist teachers in the classroom - gathering materials, leading small groups of students, and tutoring students

· Supervise students in the classroom and outside the classroom

· Support students in their learning

· Provide necessary accommodations and modifications to students

Qualifications:

· An unwavering commitment to the academic success and personal development of our students;

· An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them;

· An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges;

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people

· Proficiency in working with computers, including commonly used software like Google Documents, Google Sheets, and Excel

· Prior experience working with children strongly preferred

· A high school diploma is required

· Ideal candidates have a deep passion for educating scholars

· Current authorization to work in the United States – A candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.

Salary, Goals and Employment Period

· Salary Range: Competitive compensation package; Based upon previous experience

· Full time

· Employment Period: 11 Months

· Fringe Benefits: Retirement, Health, Vision, Dental

BRICK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. BRICK promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.