Elementary School Special Education Paraprofessional

Estes Park School District R-3 School District Vacancy

Full-Time Special Education Paraprofessional Elementary School

General Requirements:

• Must have experience and knowledge of students with Downs Syndrome, Autism, Asperger's, and behavioral issues
• Must be able to work collaboratively with General Education teachers, Special Education teachers and Special Service providers
• Flexibility in being able to change assignments daily and work with students with a wide variety of disabilities
• Excellent communication skills with all students, other staff, and parents
• Must be able to help Special Education students with all academic areas
• May include afternoon bus loop duty in all-weather as part of daily assignment

Specific Requirements:

• Must be highly qualified as required by CDE, including at least a high school diploma or its equivalency and 2 years of college
• Shall have the ability for sitting, light lifting, stooping, all body movements as related to the job description
• Must be able to drive District vehicles for student transportation as needed
• Certified, or willingness to be certified, in CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention), First Aid, and CPR

Salary range is $18.66 to $22.32 per hour with single benefits. Position open until filled. Estes Park School District R-3 is an equal opportunity employer.