Foundation Academies · 3 weeks ago
Paraprofessional (K-12) 2026-2027
Foundation Academy Collegiate
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$34K/yr - $42K/yr
2+ years expFoundation Academies is Trenton, New Jersey’s largest and highest-ranking K-12 free public charter school serving more than 1,000 scholars. The Paraprofessional will assist teachers with lesson delivery, provide support to students, maintain a collaborative classroom environment, and engage with families to promote student growth.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assist teachers with lesson delivery and adapt activities or materials to meet student needs
Provide one-on-one or small-group support to help students master content and develop academic skills
Maintain a structured, respectful, and collaborative classroom environment
Observe student behavior, facilitate transitions, and promote positive engagement
Give constructive feedback and collaborate with teachers and support staff on strategies to support student growth
Support classroom management, organize materials, and ensure access to technology and resources
Communicate with families and remain informed about I&RS, Special Services, and best instructional practices
Demonstrate cultural awareness and ensure materials and instruction are equitable and inclusive
Participate in school and organization-wide events that strengthen family and community engagement
Stay current with educational research, instructional strategies, and inclusive practices through ongoing professional development
Qualification
Required
Must possess passed ETS Para-Pro Assessment (456) or NJ Substitute certification by start date
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong time management, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
Must have a track record of measurable success and achievement
You are committed to living out our mission
Welcomes the challenge to grow, learn, and improve in a collaborative environment
Committed to our mission of preparing all scholars for college and embodying our core values
Committed to serving our scholar population in an anti-discriminatory learning environment
Preferred
2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred
Benefits
Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
Windows-based laptop
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendar.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your family.
Pension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options.
Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
Ongoing Professional Development and access to coaching and leadership opportunities
Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose
Company
Foundation Academies
We are Foundation Academies, a diverse K-12 learning community focused on academic growth and achievement.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Graig Weiss
Chief Executive Officer
Sheria McRae
Chief Executive Officer
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