Special Education Paraprofessional (SSN) - BCMS

Sylvania; Edwards, Northern (CO, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PERA retirement contribution

Paid holidays and leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with special education needs in both general and specialized classrooms. The role involves assisting teachers, adapting materials, and helping students participate in activities.

Responsibilities include behavior monitoring, record-keeping, and collaboration with staff, therapists, and parents as needed. Strong communication and clerical skills are essential, with bilingual ability preferred.

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.
• Bilingual applicants must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish and English as determined by District assessment.
• Training required to meet accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in general education settings to help students participate in class.
• Deliver academic instruction within special education and general education settings.
• Assist with curriculum adaptation to students’ learning levels.
• Assist with administering testing or assessments and with assignments.
• Assist with preparation of classroom materials.
• Supervise students in the classroom, on the playground, and in the lunchroom.
• Maintain daily records of student behavior and provide feedback to professional staff.
• Attend staff meetings and parent conferences when appropriate.

Skills

Effective communication

Clerical skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
School or Department
SSN / MMN
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