Paraprofessional - Affective

Para educator Position

This position primarily supports teachers in addressing student behavioral needs. This position will also support instructional needs both inside and outside general and center-based program classrooms. It includes assisting with clerical tasks, student supervision, and redirection. Additionally, the para educator role involves providing teachers with feedback on individual students' performance and needs. The position involves riding the bus and supervising students during morning and afternoon bus runs to and from the work site.

Comply with Student Support Services and district policies and procedures (e.g., Medicaid documentation, accident reporting). Facilitate and support small groups and/or one-on-one instruction to reinforce skills, concepts, and strategies. Elicit responses from every member of the group. Ensure that all students understand the material. Lead multi-level students to work together effectively. Promote a learning environment that respects the child's dignity and is perceived by students as fair and consistent.

Support a learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality. Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning, even for the shyest student. Collaborate with team members regarding activities, planning, and resources for special education students. Ride the bus to provide assistance and supervision of students. Prepare materials for various types of interventions.

Assist with test administration, scoring, data entry, and report generation. Establish student, staff, and parental rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems. Actively participate in PLCs and other required training. Apply and implement knowledge, skills, and new understandings to support instructional programming. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

High school graduate or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree (preferred). English fluency will be determined through the interview process. Valid Colorado Driver's License. Current First Aid and CPR (or obtained within first six months of employment).

Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change. Possesses computer and technology skills. Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities. Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers. Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions. Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision. Communicates effectively with the School District community. Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.

Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information. Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality. Upholds a generally positive attitude. Complies with all District policies and procedures. Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

Occasional swimming, jogging/running. Frequent lifting ten (10) to twenty (20) pounds. Occasional lifting of up to one hundred-fifty (150) pounds, with assistance. Frequent sitting, bending, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

Mostly clean and comfortable. May encounter noise, odors, or body fluids.

Reports to:

Principal or designee.

Location:

Charles Hay World School. Salary:
Starting hourly rate is $20.45 - $23.15 per hour, based upon education and prior related experience. Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits, we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security.