Special Education Paraprofessional (MMN) - BMHS

Sylvania; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free CMC credits

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at Battle Mountain High School in Edwards, CO. This 35-hour-per-week role supports special education students under a licensed teacher's supervision and offers a competitive hourly salary.

The position emphasizes assisting with classroom instruction, adaptation of materials, and communication with families. Requirements include a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and CPR/First Aid readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred 2 years experience with children as a Teacher Assistant or equivalent; including 1 year with SLA-district bilingual students.
• Clerical skills appropriate to duties of position.
• Valid community First Aid and CPR card (or acquire within 6 months of hire).
• Bilingual applicants must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Training to meet accreditation standards; may need to meet TB/physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in general education settings to help students participate in class activities.
• Deliver academic instruction within special education and general education settings under supervision of a special education teacher.
• Assist with adapting curriculum to students' learning levels and may assist with testing or assessments; provide vocational skills through modeling.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

No Child Left Behind Act familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
Mild/Moderate Needs
Battle Mountain High School
35 hours per week

BENEFITS: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 20–22% employer contribution to PERA retirement; paid holidays; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; free CMC credits; and additional benefits for full-time employees. HIRING SALARY RANGE: $ 19.91 - 23.89 per hour

For the most current salary schedules, please visit https://www.eagleschools.net/departments/finance/salary-schedules. SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential elements of teaching Special Education students (including preschool, Second Language Acquisition (SLA) students, district programs, and/or students in the general education classroom) satisfactorily under the supervision of a special education teacher. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISED BY: School Principal/Special Education Teacher/Second Language Teacher/Director of Preschool. ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

• Provide support in general education settings in order for students to fully participate in class activities with peers. Assist special education students by delivering academic instruction within special education and general education settings. Assist teachers in adapting the curriculum to students’ individual learning level. May assist with administering testing or assessments, may assist with assignments.May provide vocational skills by modeling and assisting students with domestic and clerical duties.
• Assist instructor with related paperwork. Implement specialized therapy programs; work directly with therapists on progress and Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
• Assist special needs students in performing daily routines, including getting to and from class and bus stops, using toilets, diapering, feeding, medical needs and personal hygiene, including working with trach, feeding tubes, and catheterization. Support behavior intervention plan implementation. Utilize Safety Care techniques and safety monitoring (when trained).
• Assists students with classroom activities. Implements the teacher's instruction plan. Performs tutoring, both individually and with small groups to ensure mastering of subjects.
• Clean rooms after projects, play and at end of day, wash dishes, do laundry and arrange furniture for following day
• Facilitate and encourage speech and language development through the use of alternate communication systems such as sign language or voice activated computer systems.
• Assist instructors with preparation of classroom materials.
• Assists with special projects. May administer first aide and/or assist students to clinic or nurse.
• Act as a substitute teacher in emergency situations.
• Supervise students in the classroom, on the playground, and/or in the lunchroom.
• Maintain a daily record of student behavior. Provide observations, opinions and feedback to professional staff.
• Perform other clerical duties such as typing, filing, copying, answering phones, ordering supplies, and maintaining inventory of forms and supplies.
• Use instructional equipment, including computers and audiovisual and adaptive equipment.
• Attend staff, team meetings and parent conferences when appropriate.
• Assist in the communication between the school and parents (including home visits when accompanied by supervisor) by acting as an interpreter or translator, if allotted appropriate time in duty day.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

CONTACTS: Students, parents, administrative staff, teachers.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred 2 years previous successful experience with children as a Teacher Assistant or equivalent, including 1 year experience with Second Language Acquisition students for bilingual applicants. Clerical skills appropriate to duties of position. Valid community First Aid and CPR card (or acquire within 6 months of hire). Bilingual applicants must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish and English as determined by District assessment. Bilingual applicants must have training in Second Language Acquisition or instruction or begin training within 6 months of hire. Training required to meet accreditation standards. Small Vehicle Operator permit if required. Group Leader qualified by Department of Social Service if applicable. TB test and physical exam (acquired within 6 weeks of employment), if applicable. Must be highly qualified according to No Child Left Behind Act