After School Program Assistant at Northern Summit Academy - Shasta
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Job Summary
Job Summary
Are you looking for a job that makes a difference in people's lives? Come tour our school and see our winning team. Northern Summit Academy-Shasta (NSA) is a dynamic, growing, Personalized Learning, TK-12 program. The charter is authorized by the Shasta County Office of Education. We provide a robust resource center in Anderson, CA. NSA is located at 2301 Balls Ferry Rd., Anderson, CA. The charter and school community support innovation, collaboration, and the personal development of all students and staff. Students are offered a broad course of study that includes Music and Art for all grade levels. Our charter school is a non-classroom-based program. Our school offers a strong intervention program and tutoring for our enrolled students. Northern Summit Academy-Shasta (NSA) is searching for classified staff who will become part of our After School Program team in our resource center 5 afternoons per week, 3.5 hours per day. Currently, we are looking for part-time applicants. The position could be full-time if the selected applicant would like to provide intervention instruction part of the day, 5 days per week. The After School Program runs, on-site, 5 days per week serving grades K - 8 and high school. Compensation is competitive with local school districts. Full-time employees receive health, dental, and vision benefits. The school offers professional development and support to staff who are new to our non-classroom-based, personalized learning program. Some training for the After School Program will be provided in June.
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NORTHERN SUMMIT ACADEMY
JOB DESCRIPTION
PARAPROFESSIONAL/TEACHER’S AID
(Exhibit G)
Under the direction of the Director, the independent study Paraprofessional/Teacher’s Aid provides support to the teaching staff in the personalized, independent study learning environment for K-12 students enrolled in the Northern Summit Academy Independent Study Program. The Paraprofessional/Teacher’s Aid oversees study halls; assists teachers in the resource center setting; assists and works as a team member with other staff; assists in implementing a program for each student consistent with the personalized learning model of the charter and the charter school adopted policies and applicable laws and performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
1. A valid negative TB test or a completed Adult TB Risk Assessment Certificate of Completion
2. Department of Justice clearance
3. A valid California driver's license.
4. A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
5. Ability to work as a team member, with the entire staff, students, and families, in promoting the academic growth of all students.
6. Willingness and ability to take direction and corrective actions if needed.
7. Ability to maintain student/classroom order and productivity.
8. Ongoing compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, board policies, and school procedures.
9. Ability to work with various forms of technology and software, including, computers, copiers, interactive boards, phone systems, Microsoft Office, School Pathways, and Online Assessment, Intervention Programs and Courses.
10. Math, Writing, and Language Arts skills.
11. Consistent demonstration of a strong work ethic that includes conducting business in a confidential and thoughtful manner.
Desirable:
- Experience and/or training in the guidance of at-risk youth.
- Knowledge of career and vocational skills.
- Knowledge of basic academic development.
- Established pattern of professional growth.
- Knowledge and experience with Ca Common Core Standards, NGSS, and/or STEM.
- Paraprofessional Certification
- Ability to participate in and chaperone multi-day/night field study trips.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY
- Math, Writing, and Language Arts skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple activities.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing sufficient to express ideas, thoughts, lesson material and instructions clearly to students, community and staff.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with NSA stakeholders.
- Ability to assess individual/group needs and make realistic and appropriate choices.
- Ability to establish and maintain communication with staff and administration.
- Ability to maintain suitable classroom control.
- Ability to assist in tutoring small groups or individuals based on standards and skills based lessons.
- Ability to maintain suitable learning environment.
- Ability to keep accurate records and submit reports in a timely manner.
- Ability to drive a car.
- Willingness and ability to participate in on-going professional development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions of the position include but are not limited to;
- Support instruction in small group resource center classes under a teacher’s direction.
- Correct student work.
- Supervise Study Hall, maintain order and productivity per teacher direction..
- Establish and maintain communication with teachers and administration.
- Participate in a variety of school wide activities, including, but not limited to advisory committee, fund raising events, field trips, marketing events and planning committees.
- Participate in all staff meetings, in-services and trainings as assigned.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the administration or a designee.
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of Interest Resume 3 Letters of Recommendation Paraprofessional Certificate
Please provide any additional certifications you hold.
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of Interest Resume 3 Letters of Recommendation Paraprofessional Certificate
Please provide any additional certifications you hold.
Comments and Other Information
This position requires excellent time management, communication skills, and adherence to the After School Program curriculum and schedule.
It is highly desirable, although not required, that the applicant has working knowledge of After School Programs, the Internet, email, and Google. Applicants must be comfortable working in software programs, using technology, and learning new skills. Please, describe any special skills, training, and interests you have. Our school is always looking to expand and develop core and elective offerings for students in all grade levels. The After School Program will be utilizing our Makerspace for STEAM activities. The After School Program will include physical movement opportunities, experience with indoor movement activities is desirable.
Potential elective areas could include, although not limited to, sewing, Makerspace, STEAM, and science.
The successful applicant must obtain DOJ Clearance, complete TB testing, or the TB survey, upon receiving a job offer. The applicant must complete Mandatory Reporter Training within 10 days of hiring and Sexual Harassment, CPR, and First Aid Training within 30 days of employment, if not already certified. The trainings are provided by NSA.
For more information and/or a tour of our school, please contact Julia Knight at (530) 338-1399 or jknight@northernsummitacademy.org.
Continuous Non-Discrimination Policy
The Northern Summit Academy-Shasta does not discriminate on the basis of the characteristics listed in Education Code section 220, including actual or perceived disability, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, national origin, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Penal Code section 422.55 or association with an individual who has any of the aforementioned characteristics [Ref. Education Code Section 47605(d)(1)] or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Executive Director has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies.
Title IX Coordinator-Julia Knight, Executive Director 2301 Balls Ferry Rd Anderson CA 96007, 530-338-1399, jknight@northernsummitacademy.org
504 Coordinator-Clarissa Loffmark, SPED Director 2301 Balls Ferry Rd Anderson CA 96007, 530-338-1399, clofmark@northernsummitacademy.org
Comments and Other Information
This position requires excellent time management, communication skills, and adherence to the After School Program curriculum and schedule.
It is highly desirable, although not required, that the applicant has working knowledge of After School Programs, the Internet, email, and Google. Applicants must be comfortable working in software programs, using technology, and learning new skills. Please, describe any special skills, training, and interests you have. Our school is always looking to expand and develop core and elective offerings for students in all grade levels. The After School Program will be utilizing our Makerspace for STEAM activities. The After School Program will include physical movement opportunities, experience with indoor movement activities is desirable.
Potential elective areas could include, although not limited to, sewing, Makerspace, STEAM, and science.
The successful applicant must obtain DOJ Clearance, complete TB testing, or the TB survey, upon receiving a job offer. The applicant must complete Mandatory Reporter Training within 10 days of hiring and Sexual Harassment, CPR, and First Aid Training within 30 days of employment, if not already certified. The trainings are provided by NSA.
For more information and/or a tour of our school, please contact Julia Knight at (530) 338-1399 or jknight@northernsummitacademy.org.
Continuous Non-Discrimination Policy
The Northern Summit Academy-Shasta does not discriminate on the basis of the characteristics listed in Education Code section 220, including actual or perceived disability, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, national origin, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Penal Code section 422.55 or association with an individual who has any of the aforementioned characteristics [Ref. Education Code Section 47605(d)(1)] or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Executive Director has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies.
Title IX Coordinator-Julia Knight, Executive Director 2301 Balls Ferry Rd Anderson CA 96007, 530-338-1399, jknight@northernsummitacademy.org
504 Coordinator-Clarissa Loffmark, SPED Director 2301 Balls Ferry Rd Anderson CA 96007, 530-338-1399, clofmark@northernsummitacademy.org