After-School Support Lead for Special Needs

Cherry Creek Schools; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Schools seeks an attentive Before and After School Support Leader to assist students with special education needs, implement programming and behavior strategies, and generalize learned skills. This role supports individualized and small-group activities, working under the director or designee.

The position requires effective communication, adherence to licensing requirements, and the ability to develop appropriate discipline procedures while collaborating with school staff and

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.
• The leader must be age 18 or over.
• Must have at least three months (455 hours) of verified experience in caring for four or more children over four years old, or a current early childhood credential Level I or higher.

Responsibilities

• Follows and enforces Colorado licensing requirements; assists with programming for individuals and small groups.
• Provide technical physical care for children with special needs; administer medications as needed.
• Implement accommodations and 504 plan programming; maintain progress records and report observations.
• Maintain safety protocols and reinforce appropriate behavior; assist social interactions between children.
• Assist director and staff in preparing programming materials and events; participate in drills.
• Exhibits excellent communication with parents, students, staff and district.
• Attend mandatory professional development trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Three months of verified care experience or current early childhood credential Level I

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Leadership and management capability

Ability to make decisions and solve problems

Job description

Cherry Creek Schools seeks an attentive Before and After School Support Leader to assist students with special education needs, implement programming and behavior strategies, and generalize learned skills. This role supports individualized and small-group activities, working under the director or designee.

The position requires effective communication, adherence to licensing requirements, and the ability to develop appropriate discipline procedures while collaborating with school staff and