EA IV - Bridge Transition Program

Douglas County School District; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking an EA IV for the Bridge Transition Program in Lone Tree, CO. The role supports students with significant needs in developing employment skills within community settings.

Responsibilities include behavior support, life skills training, transportation duties, and collaboration with teachers and specialists. Regular duties involve documenting progress, supervising students, and ensuring safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to assist students with daily functions and life skills.
• CPI certification, First Aid/CPR Certification, Small Vehicle Driver’s License (Colorado DMV) required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and students to organize educational recreational outings.
• May supervise classroom in the absence of the teacher.
• Maintain records including transportation reports and student performance in daily/weekly logs.
• Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures as directed.
• Assist in vocational assessment prior to job placement.

Skills

Running ability

Collaboration

Organization

Communication (English)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheets

Job description

EA IV - Bridge Transition Program

Responsible for assisting students with significant support needs to acquire and maintain appropriate employment skills relative to students needs in various community businesses. Supervision may include assistance with a variety of daily functions such as behavior support, communication skills, and basic life skills. Supervision may also include a range of services from one on one care to itinerant support in order to maximize personal independence in the workplace. Collaborates and consults with support team and other specialists. Transports students to and from various worksites and other District activities in District small vehicle. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of 40 to 70 pounds
• Frequent bending, standing, sitting, walking
• Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, or standing
• Ability to run short distances

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and students to organize educational recreational outings.
• May be responsible for classroom supervision and instruction in the absence of the teacher.
• Establish a positive working relationship with the student and implement a consistent behavior modification system based on individual needs.
• Maintain records including transportation reports and student performance in a daily/weekly log as indicated by supervisors, teachers, agency representatives, parents and other District personnel (as needed).
• Assist students with daily functions such as food preparation, hand over hand or tube feeding, toileting, etc., as well as life skills instructions.
• Perform daily pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle and service vehicle as required.
• Operate assigned district vehicle in compliance with School Bus Operator’s Handbook and local, state and federal laws while providing student with local transportation via district vehicle.
• May provide assistance in some therapeutic activities as described by related service providers and assist in documentation of progress and services
• Maintain required certifications including First Aid/CPR and Colorado Small Vehicle Driver’s License –DCSD. This includes passing the annual CDE test.
• Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Assist in formal and informal vocational assessment prior to and on the job placement.
• Supervise students in work setting and use professional judgment in the transfer of responsibilities from the job coach to employers and co-workers. (i.e. direct supervisor to itinerant consultant)
• Support and educate employers about any possible adaptations or modifications necessary to aid student work performance
• Explore, obtain, and monitor volunteer and gainful employment opportunities.

Certifications

CPI - DCSD, First Aid/CPR Certification - Colorado, Small Vehicle Driver's License - Colorado DMV

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills

Ability to run short distances, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Demonstrated computer skills including word processing, database and spreadsheets, Maintains a generally positive attitude., Observes all District policies and procedures., Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Position Type

Regular

Primary Location

Bridge Program - Lone Tree

One Year Only (Yes Or No)

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

37.5

Fte

0.94

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

180 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate

$19.84 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$25.20 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$19.84 USD - $30.55 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: January 20, 2027