Behavior and Academic Support Aide - IMMEDIATE OPENING

BVP is an intentionally diverse [https://www.the74million.org/article/intentionally-diverse-charter-schools-rhode-islands-blackstone-valley-prep-spans-race-and-class-with-a-strong-college-focus/] network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools [http://diversecharters.org/], BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

• Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today.
• Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics.
• We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities.
• Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMCbfrYJzHA] who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college.
• Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different [https://youtu.be/xUzJgmeACuk].

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to)

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars’ in a complex world.
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

• Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):
• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan
• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Instructional coaching
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and access to tuition reimbursement for all employees
• All staff members receive a minimum of 9 personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits (paid time off, extended leave available, etc.)
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care (matched)
• Longevity Bonuses
• Impact Factors (additional compensation for shared experiences and education/certification beyond what is required)
• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)
• Paid summer opportunities

*BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

In addition, Personal Care Attendants are expected to

• Work one-on-one with a specific scholar needing academic and/or behavioral support
• Create an environment of respect and rapport for and with scholar
• Manage scholar behavior to allow for high levels of engagement with the content
• Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholar, including expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content
• Intellectually engage all scholars in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities created with special educators that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffolding
• When necessary, assist in the use of toilet facilities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of special education preferred
• Experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of an interest in supporting learning experiences preferred
• Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required
• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma required
• CPI certification required
• 2 years of experience as aide/paraprofessional in a diverse educational setting required
• Be of good character

Meet one (1) of the following requirements

• Successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment.
• Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education
• Hold an associate’s degree or higher

Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education (RIDE).

Three (3) exceptions to this qualification

• Hired before January 1, 1999
• Certification as a TA in another state,
• Hold an associate’s degree or higher AND have completed coursework or other training consistent with the teacher assistant program standards.

Compensation Range

• $36,419 - $40,253

To Apply

Please submit your resume, professional references’ contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online. If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.