Transition Para Educator for Young Adults with Disabilities

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking a Para-Educator - Transition to provide modeling, instruction and support for young adults with disabilities (ages 18 to 21) during transition to post-school opportunities. Work under licensed staff, assist with functional assessments and data collection while representing the district professionally in various settings.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of relevant experience; CPI, CPR and First Aid certificates are highly

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with students who have a variety of disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of licensed staff, implement effective modeling, instructional and monitoring practices that are designed to support student achievement and skill development.
• Represent the School District in a professional and positive manner at all times.
• Assist and complete functional assessments and maintain on-going data collection aligned with students' individual goals and objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking a Para-Educator - Transition to provide modeling, instruction and support for young adults with disabilities (ages 18 to 21) during transition to post-school opportunities. Work under licensed staff, assist with functional assessments and data collection while representing the district professionally in various settings.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of relevant experience; CPI, CPR and First Aid certificates are highly