Paraprofessional at Fortis Academy

School Information: Located in Ypsilanti, MI, Fortis Academy opened in 2005 and serves students K-8. At Fortis, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Fortis Academy click here . Why Choose Fortis Academy: Starting pay above market scales. Academically outperforms the local districts for the past 14 years. Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources. Sets rigorous academic and moral focus expectations for students. Personalized development and coaching opportunities through a full mentoring program. Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras. Supported by an experienced leadership team. Competitive benefits at affordable rates. Duties and Responsibilities: Assess student abilities and provide instructional assistance for students in need of academic intervention through 1:1 or group workshops as directed by the classroom teacher and designated instructional leader. Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially. Implement result-driven curriculum to achieve significant growth from fall to spring testing. Attend professional development and articulation meetings with classroom teachers and parents as required. Qualifications: Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional. Click here for the state requirements. Previous experience working in a school or with school age children – preferred. Knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and/or mathematics. Understanding of and capability to navigate technical systems. Please click here to find out more about our core values. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.