Gen Ed Paraprofessional

Position Type:

Support Staff/Teacher Assistant

Date Posted:

4/3/2025

Location:

Elementary

Date Available:

08/01/2025

Gen Ed PARA

7.5 hours/day

145 days per school year

Starting wage $17.45/hr

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Essential Job Functions

Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.

Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.

Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.

Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.

Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.

Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.

Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.

Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.

Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.

Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education. Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training or coursework in special education, disability studies, or related fields preferred.

Demonstrate subject matter competency by:

Earning an Associate's (or higher) degree; or

Completing at least two years (48 credit hours) of study at an institution of higher education; or

Passing a formal assessment measuring one's knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics.

A minimum of a Colorado 1-year substitute teacher authorization.

Experience working with individuals with severe and profound disabilities, preferably in a school or educational setting. (Preferred)

Understanding of disability rights, special education laws, and best practices in supporting individuals with complex needs.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with students, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Patience, empathy, and resilience in working with individuals who may have limited communication or challenging behaviors.

Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge in supporting students with severe and profound needs. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers. Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.

Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).

Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.

Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.

Effective writing and verbal communication skills. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

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