Early Childhood Paraprofessional | Trailblazer Elementary Colorado Springs School District 11

Jointinitiatives; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Jointinitiatives in Colorado Springs is offering a full-time position for an Early Childhood Paraprofessional. This role involves assisting teachers in catering to the needs of children with special needs, across academic and personal domains.

The ideal candidate will work closely with certified teachers and ensure a positive classroom atmosphere while providing essential support for students' hygiene and emotional well-being. Salary ranges from $17.57 to $20.99, reflecting the responsibilities undertaken in this vital role.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting teachers in educational settings.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
• Skill in creating a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Supervise students in various settings, including classroom and lunchroom.
• Assist with personal hygiene and toileting needs.

Skills

Instructional support

Positive classroom environment

Confidentiality

Supervision of students

Punctuality and good attendance

Job description

Early Childhood Paraprofessional | Trailblazer Elementary

Full-Time

Summary of Function

Assist Special Education/Regular Education teachers to meet the needs of children with special needs with academics, behavior modification, personal hygiene and/or physical/emotional conditions.

Essential Job Functions

• Works under the direction of a certified teacher to provide instructional support to students
• Create a positive classroom environment which upholds and enforces the school rules and is conducive to learning
• Demonstrates punctuality, good attendance, good attitude
• Develops and maintains professional working relations with other District employees
• Complies with the same ethical codes as all District employees
• Attire should reflect the professional position of the employees
• Assures that all student records of any description and information regarding students and staff are treated as confidential
• Is responsible for the proper use and care of classroom books and office materials
• Supervises students in classroom, playground, lunchroom and other areas
• Assist with toileting, including diapering and personal hygiene care
• Provide all required documentation for Medicaid reimbursement

Salary Range: $17.57-$20.99