Hybrid Paraprofessional (Significant Support Needs) Full time chez Woodland Park School District RE-2

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provide instructional support and assistance in meeting the educational needs of students, under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed school professional. Services provided vary based on Individual Education Plans (IEP) and requirements to provide services in the least restrictive environment.The newest member of our team must be comfortable working with various medical and physical needs.
Work with special needs students; works closely with the SPED Team.

Salary

• Compensation (based on 100% FTE): $16.89/hour - $25.60hr commensurate with experience

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

• Hours per Day: 7.5 hours

• Benefits Eligibility: Medical, Dental, Group Life, Long-Term Disability, Vision (Optional)

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proof of high school diploma or equivalent.

• Knowledge of childhood development and behavior management is preferred.

• Basic computer skills preferred.

• Colorado Driver's license preferred.

• First Aid and CPR certification required. (Provided by district)

• Support instructional program and provide instructional assistance for students in individual, small and large group settings.
• Implement approved modifications and/or accommodations of curriculum.
• Supervise and facilitate student in the classroom and a variety of settings that may include the lunchroom, playground, field trips, extra-curricular activities, on-the-job training.
• Help and support student with special needs which may include emotional issues, self-help skills fine and gross motor, visual, auditory, physical, medical and health needs, educational, prevocational and life skills in a least restrictive environment.
• Collaborate and communicate with other special and regular educators and administrators with regard to academic behavioral issues and observations. Provide suggestions, feedback and support to building staff, administrators, parents and outside agencies regarding effective strategies for facilitating learning.
• Assist the school professional by helping with data collection, updating records and documentation while helping maintain student files and class records. Maintain compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA.)
• Attend and participate in district and building in-service opportunities and committee work.
• Must be able to work in a one-to-one situation with a student.
• Must be comfortable and able to perform duties necessary for toileting /personal hygiene.
• Ability to implement academic curriculum to meet Individual Educational Plan.
• Must be able to work with multiple students in varying situations
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• All special education positions require the ability to safely lift 50 pounds each in a two person lift.