Draper Paraeducator - Full-Time with Benefits - 25-26 School Year
American Preparatory AcademyUtah, United States
Posted February 24, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
American Preparatory Academy is a public charter school district in Salt Lake County that delivers a rigorous classical, liberal‑arts curriculum to over 3,500 students across multiple campuses. The West Valley City 2 campus serves K‑12 Title I students, with roughly 75 % from low‑income families and 95 % qualifying for free or reduced‑price lunch. The academy’s mission is to prepare first‑generation learners for college, and its after‑school programs—21 in total and serving about 800 students daily—are offered at no cost. By combining a traditional liberal‑arts approach with comprehensive, tuition‑free support services, APA distinguishes itself as a high‑impact educational choice for underserved communities.
Job Description
A Draper Paraeducator works with a K-6 homeroom teacher to meet the needs of students, teaching math and reading groups, supervising lunch and recess, and assisting with grading and record-keeping.
Requirements
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to student success
- Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching
- Able to demonstrate good classroom management skills
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance