Provide instructional and behavioral support to students in small groups or individually under the supervision of a certified teacher. Assist with administrative tasks and supervise students in common areas like the lunchroom and playground.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma, with an associate degree or 40 hours of specific training preferred. Candidates should have a passion for underserved communities and the ability to plan activities that stimulate scholar growth.
high schoolassociate degreeInterpersonal SkillsAdministrative TasksCollaborationStudent SupervisionClassroom ManagementData CollectionTutoringSmall Group InstructionBehavioral ManagementDifferentiation Plans
Job description
The Opportunity
PLA SPED paraprofessionals are passionate and devoted assistants bringing creativity and rigor to our classrooms to support an improved learning experience for our scholars. Our SPED paraprofessionals are compassionate and committed to building a caring environment that nurtures the success of our school community. As a SPED paraprofessional at Phalen Leadership Academies, you will work with individual and/or small groups of scholars under the supervision of a certified teacher. You will do this by following educational and behavioral plans and modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff. During non-classroom time, you will function in other support capacities (learning labs, hallway monitoring, lunch duty, etc.) and then implement the academic curriculum during designated blocks of time.
The
Details
Key
Deliverables: Assist certified teachers with implementation of differentiation plans for small groups Provide instruction and support for classroom teachers and/or one-on-one tutoring for eligible students Provide instructional support in the library, media center, and/or cafeteria Perform administrative tasks such as filing, answering the phone, etc. Contribute feedback and data on scholar progress, behavior, and performance Assist with the supervision of scholars in the lunchroom and on the playground Work in collaboration with teachers and administrators Assisting with the student(s) needs
Experience and
Education
Requirements: A passion for working with students and families in underserved communities High school diploma (Associate degree or 40 hours preferred) Analytical ability to plan individual and group activities that stimulate growth in scholars Prior experience with small group instruction, preferred Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective relationships with scholars, parents/guardians, and other staff members
The
Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (PLA University) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities.
The
Campus: PLA @ Nixon Elementary. We service about 400 students and believe that every student is a scholar. With the right education, scholars can fulfill their tremendous innate potential and become leaders in their communities and the world. In 2022, with the support of the Montgomery Education Foundation (MEF) and Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA), Nixon became a premier charter school in Montgomery, Alabama. We work together with parents and the community to improve the educational outcomes of our scholars and neighborhood families. Nixon Elementary School exists to serve the local community and create a safe and thriving space for scholars to feel loved, empowered, and encouraged through quality education.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Professional Development Opportunities
Healthcare Insurance
Coaching And Mentoring
Incentive And Bonus Opportunities
Compensation and
Benefits: PLA Teacher Assistants receive a salary that is competitively aligned with the market.
In addition to salary,
PLA
School
Teacher
Assistants receive: Competitive Compensation Benefits – Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being a part of professional communities within the school Incentive and bonus opportunities PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Please read carefully. Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
Market context
Teaching assistant demand in Alabama
Teaching assistant roles in Alabama are often tied to school staffing needs and childcare settings, so demand can shift with enrollment, classroom support needs, and local district hiring cycles. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who meet state or accreditation requirements, have relevant childcare experience, and can work both indoors and outdoors with children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of hands-on child engagement.
