PEACE Academy Charter works to promote educational and cultural empowerment for all of our students to ensure they are mastering or exceeding in their grade level content areas. Our strong focus on academics and cultural identity supports us in being an inclusive school that is heavily grounded in community. We are seeking a dynamic Clinical Assistant who can contribute to our school community in addition to supporting administrative duties.
This position reports directly to the Associate Director of Operations and Finance
Roles and Responsibilities:
Health Services & Care:
Provide direct nursing care to students and staff including first aid, medication administration, and management of chronic conditions.Identify and respond to student health emergencies and refer to external medical providers when needed.Maintain confidentiality and documentation in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.Coordinate and provide vision and hearing and other health screenings; Lead our Telehealth programHelp students who have feeding and/or bathroom disabilitiesHealth Records & Compliance:
Maintain and update accurate student health records, including immunization documentation, allergy plans, and chronic illness care plans.Monitor and ensure compliance with state and district health requirements, including annual screenings and immunization audits.Monitor student immunization recordsPreventive Health & Education:
Develop and implement school-wide health education programs (e.g., hygiene, nutrition, puberty, mental health) for students and staff.Collaborate with teachers and community partners (e.g., dental vans, vision clinics) to provide health screenings and services.Chronic Condition Management:
Develop and manage individual health plans (IHPs) for students with asthma, diabetes, seizures, allergies, ADHD, and other chronic conditions.Train staff on emergency protocols related to student medical needs.Infection Control & Safety:
Monitor communicable diseases and implement protocols to prevent and manage outbreaks.Provide guidance on COVID-19, flu, or other illness-related procedures based on current public health guidelines.Participate in safety drills and emergency response planning.Serve on the schools' emergency management teams.Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Operations & Community.Compensation Information
Part Time 20 - 30 hours per week
Hourly: $22/hr
CNA, CMA, EMT, nursing student experience, or prior school-clinic experience is preferred qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong leadership and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated belief in the mission and vision of PEACE AcademyWorks well independently and in a team setting. Strong listening, verbal, and written communications skills. Excellent customer service skills. Great attention to detail.Student Support Aide - Paraprofessional (Part-Time)
PEACE Academy Charter works to promote educational and cultural empowerment for all of our students to ensure they are mastering or exceeding in their grade level content areas. Our strong focus on academics and cultural identity supports us in being an inclusive school that is heavily grounded in community. We are seeking a dynamic Student Support Aide (Special Education Paraprofessional) who can contribute to our school community in addition to supporting the learning and development of our students academically, culturally, and socio emotionally. Our Exceptional Student Education serves our most “at-risk” population. This role is critical to the success and progress of our school and student support.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Associate’s degree recommendedHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredCertification:
Passed the GACE in Paraprofessional (preferred)Roles and Responsibilities:
Implement a student-centered, problem-based curriculum to support students in mastering grade level contentImplement instruction and assessment practices for a diverse group of students Participating in lesson planning sessions, and communicating with parents and school officials.Organizing the classroom and teaching materials, monitoring the classroom during lessons, and minimizing distractions and disruptions.Supervising students in and out of the classroom.Attending to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs.Helping Teachers and students with extracurricular activities and school functions.Performing clerical duties, such as tracking student attendance, typing, filing, photocopying, and grading tests and homework.Ensuring the upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and supplies.Tracking students' progress and preparing reports for the parents.Conducting interventions with students who need additional supportDemonstrate a sound ability to create a positive learning environment that promotes positive student behavior using restorative practicesDemonstrate the ability to embrace differentiated instructional approaches to learningBuild and maintain relationships with students anf familiesEngage in continuous professional development and shared learning with other professional staffWork collaboratively with a diverse group of school colleagues, parents, community members, and others to support and implement the goals of the schoolParticipate fully in faculty and school-related meetingsSupervise Field Experiences and other school programRequired to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as neededDemonstrating trustworthiness and sound decision making in dealing with confidential mattersOther duties as assigned by members of the leadership team.Requirements:Experience:
The experience and qualifications preferred for this position include:
Experience working with elementary and/or middle school-aged studentsRacial identity-based professional development or courseworkExperience with positive student behavior supports and interventions; restorative justice practicesDemonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse groups of students, teachers, and familiesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated belief that all students can achieve high levels of academic achievementDemonstrated belief in the mission and vision of PEACE AcademyKnowledge of strong pedagogical practices for classroom organization, planning, and effective execution of instructionAbility to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understandAbility to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person and virtual learning environmentsAbility to work under pressure and meet outcomesExperience with educational software. Read LessFacilitator Fellow (Paraprofessional)
PEACE Academy Charter works to promote educational and cultural empowerment for all of our students to ensure they are mastering or exceeding in their grade level content areas. Our strong focus on academics and cultural identity supports us in being an inclusive school that is heavily grounded in community. We are seeking a dynamic Facilitator Fellow (Kindergarten - Paraprofessional) who can contribute to our school community in addition to supporting the learning and development of our students academically, culturally, and socio emotionally. While many schools use Paraprofessional for a variety of reasons, at PEACE to effectively orchestrate a liberatory learning experience, we see our Facilitator Fellows as one of the first steps in becoming a Classroom Facilitator. This role works with Kindergarten students.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Associate’s degree recommendedHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredCertification:
Passed the GACE in Paraprofessional (preferred)Roles and Responsibilities:
Co-teaching lessons under the Classroom Facilitator’s guidance, leading small groups or individualinstruction and discussions, and reviewing classwork.Implement a student-centered, problem-based curriculum to support students in mastering grade level contentImplement instruction and assessment practices for a diverse group of studentsParticipating in lesson planning sessions, and communicating with parents and school officials.Organizing the classroom and teaching materials, monitoring the classroom during lessons, and minimizing distractions and disruptions.Supervising students in and out of the classroom.Attending to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs.Helping Teachers and students with extracurricular activities and school functions.Performing clerical duties, such as tracking student attendance, typing, filing, photocopying, and grading tests and homework.Ensuring the upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and supplies.Tracking students' progress and preparing reports for the parents.Conducting interventions with students who need additional supportDemonstrate a sound ability to create a positive learning environment that promotes positive student behavior using restorative practicesDemonstrate the ability to embrace differentiated instructional approaches to learningBuild and maintain relationships with studentsEngage in continuous professional development and shared learning with other professional staffWork collaboratively with a diverse group of school colleagues, parents, community members, and others to support and implement the goals of the schoolParticipate fully in faculty and school-related meetingsSupervise Field Experiences and other school programRequired to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as neededOther duties as assigned by members of the leadership team.Requirements:Experience:
The experience and qualifications preferred for this position include:
Experience working with elementary and/or middle school-aged studentsRacial identity-based professional development or courseworkExperience with positive student behavior supports and interventions; restorative justice practicesDemonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse groups of students, teachers, and familiesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated belief that all students can achieve high levels of academic achievementDemonstrated belief in the mission and vision of PEACE AcademyKnowledge of strong pedagogical practices for classroom organization, planning, and effective execution of instructionAbility to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person and virtual learning environmentsAbility to work under pressure and meet outcomesExperience with educational software. Read LessClassroom Facilitator
PEACE Academy Charter works to promote educational and cultural empowerment for all of our students to ensure they are mastering or exceeding in their grade level content areas. Our strong focus on academics and cultural identity supports us in being an inclusive school that is heavily grounded in community. We are seeking a dynamic Classroom Facilitator (Teacher) who can contribute to our school community in addition to supporting the learning and development of our students academically, culturally, and socio emotionally. While many schools call the lead classroom instructor a teacher, at PEACE to effectively orchestrate a liberatory learning experience, we must have quality staff who can facilitate the classroom learning.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree requiredCertification:
Minimum of SRT4-Certification in Early Childhood Education or related field (P-5); ORPassed the GACE Program Admissions Assessment or have exemption eligibility AND passed the GACE in Early Childhood Education preferredRoles and Responsibilities:
Serve as lead instructor for classroom instructionLead classroom culture steeped in anti-bias, anti-racist, and liberatory teaching practicesCreate, build, and implement a student-centered, problem-based curriculum to support students in mastering grade level contentImplement instruction and assessment practices for a diverse group of students Demonstrate skill in data analysis; ability to extract meaningful insights from classroom, team or grade-level dataDemonstrate a sound ability to create a positive learning environment that promotes positive student behavior using restorative practicesDemonstrate the ability to embrace differentiated instructional approaches to learningFind and build opportunities for interdisciplinary connections across various subject levelsBuild and maintain relationships with studentsEngage in continuous professional development and shared learning with other professional staffWork collaboratively with a diverse group of school colleagues, parents, community members, and others to support and implement the goals of the schoolParticipate fully in faculty and school-related meetingsSupervise Field Experiences and other school programRequired to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as neededOther duties as assigned by members of the leadership team.Requirements:Experience:
Experience working with elementary and/or middle school-aged studentsIdentity-based professional development or courseworkExperience with positive student behavior supports and interventions; restorative justice practicesDemonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse groups of students, teachers, and familiesExperience in a charter school settingKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated belief that all students can achieve high levels of academic achievementDemonstrated belief in the mission and vision of PEACE AcademyKnowledge of strong pedagogical practices for classroom organization, planning, and effective execution of instructionAbility to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person and virtual learning environmentsAbility to work under pressure and meet outcomes Read Less