Human Resources
Why Pea Ridge?
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All Title I paraprofessionals must have a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent. Additionally, paraprofessionals working in a program supported by Title I, Part A funds must have:
- Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education In Arkansas, 60 semester credit hours at a regionally accredited institution of higher education are required. -or-
- Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree -or-
- Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness). In Arkansas, the formal test accepted is the Educational Testing Services (ETS) "Parapro Assessment,” applicants must obtain a passing score of 457.
Preschool and Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) paraprofessionals must meet the criteria outlined above if their preschool program is part of the Title I Schoolwide program, regardless of how the position is funded. This also applies if the preschool program is part of a Title I Targeted Assisted program and the paraprofessional is paid in part or in full with Title I funds.
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Our unique college and career readiness program starts in 7th grade and is a required class that students will take until they graduate. Students have a different area of focus each year. This course helps them determine career interests, embeds other graduation requirements such as economics and personal finance, and allows teachers the opportunity to truly advise students in a 1 on 1 setting to help them make decisions for their future.
- PRHS Academics
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It is our goal to ensure that our students are taught by high-quality teachers who are supported by effective leaders while
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Career paths for teacher advancement:
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Career Teacher (classroom teacher)
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Mentor Teacher (Classroom Teacher that supports teachers with PD through cluster learning and observation and feedback)
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Master Teacher (Teacher that supports and leads PD for classroom teachers).
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Benefits to Teachers:
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Constant professional growth and improvement through cluster learning
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Opportunity to collaborate with other professionals encouraging a growth mindset in all
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Support with data tracking and curriculum
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Performance-based compensation that provides additional compensation based on their growth and the growth of their students and their roles and responsibilities.
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