Entry-Level Paraprofessional

About the Employer

Paraprofessional Job Title

Mission Statement

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

Job Summary

Job Title: Paraprofessional
Work Year: 158 days
Department: Exceptional Student Services
Reports to: School Principal/Director of Exceptional Student Services
Salary Range: Paraprofessional Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on PPEA Negotiated Agreement
Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary of Functions

The primary responsibility of the paraprofessional is to assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in exceptional student services; assist children with meeting their goals and objectives of their individualized education plan (IEP); attend to the physical and health needs of students; monitor and report student progress regarding educational performance; in addition, this position is primarily responsible for attendant physical duties to enable students with disabilities to have equal education opportunities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent Highly qualified status under ESSA Pass Work Keys or Praxis test, or 48 semester hours of college coursework, or Associate's degree Reliable transportation Must obtain and maintain CPR and First-Aid certification within 3 months of employment Must obtain and maintain Crisis Preventative Intervention (CPI) training certification within 6 months of employment.

Ability to Perform Essential Duties

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary Ability to pass district designated post-offer lift test Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively with all people, using tact, patience, and courtesy

Preferred Qualifications

Verified First Aid training and recertification card Verified CPR training and recertification card Previous school district experience preferred

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.

Assist a Certified Teacher in Providing Instruction

Assist students with disabilities to meet the goals and objectives included in their IEP Communicate with teachers to assist in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP goals and objectives Assist certified teacher in implementing class-wide and individual behavior strategies to effectively maintain a safe learning environment Implement, under the direction of the teacher, lesson plans; assist individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; Monitor and oversee student drills, practices, and assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards

Assist Students with Daily Living Activities

Assist students with washing, toileting (may include lifting on and off toilet), diapering, dressing and undressing, grooming, and other activities necessary for maintaining personal hygiene and neatness Position and reposition students requiring the use of medical equipment, wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment as necessary; assure the safe use and operation of wheelchairs, prosthetic devices, and other equipment

Operate Medical Equipment

Assist with the loading and unloading of students on and from automobiles, wheelchairs, and gurneys Observe and assist in emergency situations involving aggressive or uncontrolled behavior of identified students according to approved CPI procedures as trained; provide input as requested following emergency behavioral incidents; Report progress regarding student performance and behavior to assist students to achieve their personal best

Provide Basic First Aid and Specialized Health Care

Provide basic first aid and specialized health care as needed, directed, and delegated Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures

Maintain a Safe Learning Environment

Assist the teacher in monitoring, motivating, and training students with disabilities; observe and manage behavior of students according to approved procedures; Report progress regarding student performance and behavior; follow the behavior intervention plan

Perform Clerical Duties

Prepare and maintain student files as assigned Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays, operating computer or typewriter keyboards

Physical Demands

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

Every paraprofessional employee must be able to pass a lift test required by the district While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards The employee frequently is required to talk or hear The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl This employee must have the ability to regularly carry 26-60 lbs., occasionally lift up to 75 lbs. and rarely lift up to 100 lbs., or push or pull up to 150 lbs. as needed

Working Conditions

Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; works in classrooms and hallways surrounded by students and staff of various ages and abilities;
* May occasionally need to physically guide or assist reluctant, angry, hostile, or violent students using approved CPI procedures
* Potential contact with blood and other body fluids and communicable diseases.

Instructions for Applying

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review.
The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree; three current letters of reference (one of which must be from your current supervisor) and any other materials requested on the application.

Note

If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo City Schools prior to your processing date.
Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities.

Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities.
The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, andrew.burns@pueblod60.org, Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, (719) 549-7100.

Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer named herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at (800) 421-3481, ocr@ed.gov;

Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public.

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