Job Title: Paraprofessional
Job Type: Full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Travel: 0-10%
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience working with children in a classroom setting
- Ability to lift and safely hold 40 pounds required
Job Summary:
Discover a rewarding career at Arcare. We are seeking a compassionate, caring, and dedicated Paraprofessional to join the Arcare Center for Education team. In this role, you will play an active part in supporting each child’s growth and development. As a valued part of the classroom educational team, you will assist with lesson planning, classroom activities, and participate in classroom, playground, and walking field trips. This position helps ensure program standards and requirements are met and maintains a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment for students. This position is ideal for someone who loves working with young children and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive classroom experience.
The Paraprofessional will adhere to all performance and outcome standards set by the approved program, and attend all staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
Certificates & Licenses:
Candidates must register with the Arkansas Professional Development Registry (PDR) and complete a minimum of 25 hours of in-service or workshop training each year. This training should focus on Early Childhood Education or related topics and must be approved by the Center for Education Director.
Company Paid Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (sick and vacation, up to 96 hours accrued annually)
- Eight (8) paid holidays
- One (1) floating holiday
- One (1) birthday holiday
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Free Arcare clinic benefits for employees with Arcare health insurance
- Retirement plan (401(k) with company matching up to 200% of 4% after 1 year of employment)
- Additional supplemental and family coverage available
Application Assistance:
If you need assistance with the application process, please email [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Arcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.