Elizabeth Schools Hiring for Special Education Paraprofessional at Elizabeth, CO Full Time

Elizabeth Middle School
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
$13.50-$17.50 PER HOUR
We offer an attractive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, life insurance and paid time off as well as a retirement plan through PERA.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting with the instructional and physical needs of special needs students in a variety of functions and settings.
We offer an attractive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, life insurance and paid time off as well as a retirement plan through PERA.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Collaborates and consults with the special education teachers and specialists in instructional activities in accordance with IEP goals.
2. Assists with instruction in self contained classrooms, one on one and small groups.
3. Maintains and monitors the daily activities of students in all classes, provides a variety of assistance when needed.
4. May assist with the preparation of instructional and resource materials.
5. May supervises special needs students in non-classroom settings.
6. Maintains some student records pertaining to behavior and progress, including confidential reports and information and reports for staffings.
7. Assists with scheduling of staffing and other meetings.
8. Interacts and communicates appropriately with parents and other staff.
9. Provides clerical support in a variety of functions.
10. May perform toileting and other special duties.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING
High school graduate or equivalent
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
One year preferred
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Computer skills
Word processing
General office equipment
Effective communication
Knowledge of special needs students preferred
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
Is flexible
Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers
Maintains a generally positive attitude
Observes all district policies and procedures
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION
None required
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching
Occasional stooping, squatting, and kneeling
Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
None

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.50 – $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• work: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location