Muskegon Covenant Academy is hiring a full time Paraprofessional.

Covenant Academy is a year-round alternative high school diploma program for students ages 15-22. We are a mission-based school that meets students where they are, works to identify and eliminate barriers, and builds personal and meaningful parent-like relationships with each student. We offer half-day sessions, blended learning opportunities and personalized education plans to all youth who seek help, with a priority of concern and commitment to those who are most at risk and no other service is available. We will advocate with and on behalf of our youth to raise awareness in the community that all children and youth have the right to pertinent education, and to love, respect and genuine concern.

Core Values

• We believe all students in our community who have disengaged, and left school deserve a chance at growth opportunities that may lead to a high school diploma, career pathway and a more secure life.

• We believe our mission is to take in students as they are and through unconditional love and absolute respect help them grow emotionally and academically.

• We believe retention, academic achievement, and personal growth along with individual and achievable goals will help our students live more productive lives.

• We believe our staff provide an environment that manifests growth and breaks down barriers in order to prevent homelessness and incarceration.

• We believe in collaborating and working in partnership with community agencies and associations to improve the quality of life for our students.

• We believe in providing year-round educational opportunities that build trust, provide hope, and develop a support system for each individual student.

The primary function of the paraprofessional is to foster learning for students by developing meaningful relationships and work to motivate them to be successful in their coursework while upholding all aspects of our mission. This position will work to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives while living by and upholding the mission of Covenant Academies.

Primary Responsibilities

▪ Understands, accepts, and abides by the Covenant Academies Foundation philosophy and mission statement in all his/her school activities.

▪ Demonstrates a belief in all students' ability to succeed and meet high expectations.

▪ Accepts responsibility for the achievement of all students.

▪ Assist the teachers when engaging with students in person and virtually.

▪ Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.

▪ Provide instructional reinforcement of content, under the direction of the classroom teacher.

▪ Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.

▪ Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.

▪ Initiate multiple conversations/Two-Way Interactions with students each week encouraging students to stay on task, make progress in their learning and help break down barriers they may face.

▪ Demonstrate great communication skills, be personable and willing to form school-based relationships with students, staff and parents.

▪ Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, hallways and corridors, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.

▪ Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students and attend to their physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs.

▪ Be an active participant in professional development sessions and in-service learning opportunities.

▪ Use computers and other technology provided to assist students.

▪ Read and agree to abide by the policies, directives, and guidelines as stated in all Covenant Academies Foundation manuals pertinent to the position.

Qualifications

▪ Associates degree or higher preferred

▪ Valid driver's license

▪ Excellent oral and written communication skills

▪ Must be able to pass a background check

▪ Passion for working with at-risk youth

▪ Previous experience working with students and curriculum preferred

▪ Proficient in technology, including Google Suite for Education

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 8% 401(k) company match

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on Muskegon Covenant Academy, please visit our website at https://covenantacademies.org/muskegon/