BRICK Networks

Paraprofessional 2026-2027 at BRICK Networks (Rochester, NY)

BRICK Networks· Rochester, NY·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

OUR MISSION

BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career. By creating a comprehensive network of services, we are righting the wrongs of racial and economic inequality and paving the way for families to forge futures abundant with opportunity, wellness, and joy

BRICK envisions a world of racial and economic justice, where every child and family has the support they need to learn, achieve, and work towards a fulfilling life of personal and collective prosperity.

To learn more about BRICK, please visit bricknetworks.org

BRICK currently has schools in three regions: Newark, New Jersey, Buffalo, New York, and Rochester, New York.

To learn more about our Buffalo location, BRICK Rochester, please visit brickrochester.org

Benefits

Joining BRICK is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting entrepreneurial organization. BEN’s unique approach to transforming public education puts successful students and world-class schools at the center of vibrant communities. Powered by diverse leaders and a commitment to fighting the status quo, BRICK is building resilient, intelligent, creative kids by equipping them with a high-quality, nurturing education and thriving, engaged families to support their success from cradle to career.

Overview

Role: The paraprofessional educator works with small or large groups of students under the leadership of the certified classroom teacher. The role is ideal for someone looking to grow in the education field and possibly become a Teacher In Training in future years.

Essential Functions -Assist teachers in the classroom - gathering materials, leading small groups of students, and tutoring studentsSupervise students in the classroom and outside the classroom -Support students in their learning -Provide necessary accommodations and modifications to students

Qualifications

-A high school diploma is requiredIdeal candidates have a deep passion for educating scholars

Salary, Goals, and Employment Pay: Salary based experience

Benefits

BRICK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. BRICK promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

Why work at BRICK Networks

  • Culture of belonging: Staff are 86% people of color; the organization explicitly welcomes and reflects the community it serves (including LGBTQ+ staff, parents, and caretakers) and is committed to culturally competent leadership teams.
  • Investment in staff development: Weekly one-on-one coaching; network-wide Academic Leadership Team for curriculum support; teachers treated as content experts; over one month of professional development for new staff to the network.
  • Competitive, transparent compensation: BRICK publishes a transparent salary scale and pays in the top 25% (75th percentile) for comparable regional roles in education and social services.
  • Mission-driven variety: Work spans education, public health, housing, and economic mobility — offering roles for educators (Math, Science, Special Education) and community-support professionals beyond the classroom.
  • Growth trajectory: Being part of a proven nonprofit model scaling to new cities (Buffalo is the current expansion market) offers employees the chance to help shape playbooks and stand up new programs.

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