School Information: Located in Detroit, MI, Detroit Merit Charter Academy opened in 2003 and serves 700+ K-8 students every year. At Detroit Merit, you can connect purpose with passion. To learn more about Detroit Merit Charter Academy click here. Why Choose Detroit Merit Charter Academy: • Starting pay above market scales. • Competitive benefits at affordable rates. • Supported by an experienced leadership team. • Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources. • Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras. • We make all decisions based on three core values: high expectations, effort, and fostering a caring community. • Personalized development and coaching opportunities. • Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS). • One of Detroit's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For. 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.