ESS Paraprofessional: Empower Elementary Students

Montezuma-Cortez SD RE-1 - Mesa Elementary; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 is seeking an Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Paraprofessional for Mesa Elementary in Cortez, Colorado. The role supports special education teachers and students in various instructional settings, promoting collaboration within the school community.

Starting immediately, the paraprofessional will assist with instruction, supervise students in common areas, and handle clerical tasks while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• General office equipment proficient.
• Technical proficiency in word processing and computers.
• Some knowledge of child development may help.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with special education and regular education teachers to provide instructional services.
• Assists with instruction in self-contained, one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Monitors daily activities and provides necessary support to students.
• Supervises students in lunchroom, on field trips, and on playground.
• Communicates with parents and staff about activities and staffing.
• Provides clerical support as needed and may assist with toileting or life skills.

Skills

Excellent communication

Office equipment

Word processing

Computers

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 is seeking an Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Paraprofessional for Mesa Elementary in Cortez, Colorado. The role supports special education teachers and students in various instructional settings, promoting collaboration within the school community.

Starting immediately, the paraprofessional will assist with instruction, supervise students in common areas, and handle clerical tasks while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and teamwork.