Paraprofessional Hastings, FL (On-Site)

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Our team members enjoy competitive salaries, a well-rounded benefits package, generous paid time off (including 12 holidays, vacation, and sick leave), and an array of professional development opportunities.  We’re always looking to add to our team of more than 3,000 dedicated professionals who are leading online education worldwide with transformative digital solutions – personalized to every student.

Job Posting End Date:

Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on

02-27-2025

Job Title:

Paraprofessional Hastings, FL (On-Site)

Contract Type:

Employee

Annual Salary:

$32,760.00 - $65,520.00

Location:

FL - FSA - DEEP CREEK YOUTH ACADEMY

Job Description Summary:

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position:

Position General Summary:

The Paraprofessional, Florida Scholars Academy is a valued member of the educational team, providing essential support to instructors, instructional leaders, and students within the juvenile justice system. This role involves working closely with instructors to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, assisting in classroom management, and providing individualized support to students.

Essential Position Functions:

• Deliver feedback which contributes to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures.

• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents/guardians, and other professionals on a regular basis.

• Collaborate with peers to enhance the overall quality of feedback.

• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents/guardians, peers, and the community.

• Assume responsibility for meeting their grading assignments as set forth by the Instructional Leader.

• Maintain a thorough understanding in the curriculum of course that is being supported and the school-wide student performance goals.

• Provide services in person at the assigned facility to meet the needs of students under the supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). 

• Serve as an instructional facilitator or substitute at the discretion of the Instructional Leader.

• Support other academic related topics established at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools, Florida Scholars Academy, Regional Director, Florida Scholars Academy, or Instructional Leader, Florida Scholars Academy.

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others.

• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

 (These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college, two years of education from an accredited college or passing of any of the following examinations: CLAST (College Level Academic Skills Test), ETS Praxis Parapro, or another state-approved test, or equivalent years of experience

Experience:

• One year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies

• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision

• Ability to work as part of a team

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