Special Programs Paraeducator — Student Support & IEP Aide

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans (401k/403b/457b)

Job summary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools seeks a dedicated instructional assistant to support students in Specialized Programs, including academic help, behavior monitoring, and life skills development.

You will assist with daily routines, transportation, and health-related tasks, under the IEP framework. CPR/First Aid, CPI/Safety Care, and other trainings are required within three months. This is a full-time, 39.2-hour workweek position in Colorado.

Qualifications

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-hire, post-offer physical examination.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 3 months after entering position.
• Universal Precautions training required within 3 months after entering position.
• CPI/Safety Care training certification required within 3 months after entering position.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in general education setting in order for students to fully participate in class activities.
• Assist students in Specialized Programs by tutoring, adapting work and monitoring and enforcing social and acceptable behavior.
• May assist with administering testing or assessments, may assist with homework.
• Assist providers with related paperwork and data collection, Support implementation of the student's programming including; implementation of accommodations and modifications, additional plans (Behavior plan, communication plan, etc.) and other elements of the student's 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.

Skills

Willingness to work with students with

Behavior monitoring

IEP implementation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid certifications

Universal Precautions training

CPI/Safety Care training

Job description

Adams 12 Five Star Schools seeks a dedicated instructional assistant to support students in Specialized Programs, including academic help, behavior monitoring, and life skills development.

You will assist with daily routines, transportation, and health-related tasks, under the IEP framework. CPR/First Aid, CPI/Safety Care, and other trainings are required within three months. This is a full-time, 39.2-hour workweek position in Colorado.