1:1 Paraprofessional at KDC (25/26 School Year)

KIPP Colorado•Denver, CO

26d•$40,310

About The Position

The 1:1 Paraprofessional assists with delivery of instruction, care, discipline, and the preparation of instructional materials for one special needs student as directed by the Special Education or classroom teacher. The 1:1 Paraprofessional performs classroom duties which may include but are not limited to preparing instructional materials, assisting with student instruction and daily living skills, care and discipline, and keeping the classroom clean and well-organized. The 1:1 Paraprofessional is responsible and accountable for one individual student as a result of IEP needs and requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma (required)
A full understanding and Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (more about that HERE) (required)
Flexibility
Willing to participate in deescalating students (required)
Desire to work with youth from challenging situations
Experience with care taking or mentoring
Ability to manage data and communication through various Google and Outlook platform
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment
Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence
High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills
Strong communication, feedback and facilitation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines
Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn
Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines
Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning (regardless of my role and its proximity to students)
Take ownership for the development of your craft and engage actively in coaching sessions (meet 1-2 times every 1 or 2 weeks (depending on need and role) with a manager, receive coaching, implement all provided feedback, engage in active practice, etc.)
Commit to being prepared. Such as: internalizing and preparing for lessons, preparing for O3s/coaching, preparing for meetings, coaching, PD, reading and internalizing written communication, etc.
Meet professional obligations including and not limited to meeting deadlines and honoring schedules
Consistently leverage existing professional tools, including but not limited to Google Suite (google documents, etc.) and Microsoft Suite (including but not limited to your KIPP Colorado email, Teams chat / meetings, Teams phone, and Microsoft Outlook calendar)
Maintain strong attendance each day and be on time to all responsibilities
Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings
Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org wide professional development
Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team, collaborating with colleagues to tackle common challenges and implement org and grade-wide initiatives
Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership on a regular basis, assuring that feedback is shared directly with the intended recipient. Ensure that feedback is focused on improving outcomes and experiences for students
Assist with both student and staff recruitment and engagement- including events, home visits, calls home, and other determined and related requirements
Know that your role, professional development, org wide meetings, etc. may require you to travel around Denver to other KIPP Campuses, our Home Office, or other KIPP or PD events
Assist with other duties as assigned (such as but not limited to, lunch duty, arrival/dismissal duty, bathroom duty, hallway duty, school support duties, etc.)
Work flexibly across multiple contexts: 1:1 with a student as the main responsibility of this role but also to include: small groups, push in, and pull-out contexts
Execute daily interventions and accommodations for individual students on caseload, both academic and social-emotional
Mentor and foster strong relationships with all students with IEPs and those in the MTSS process
Deescalate students when they are emotionally dysregulated
Assist school Student Services Team and Leadership Team with students on consulting with behavior
Participate in a daily huddle with the Student Services Team to discuss daily needs of students, goals, level, and targeted support
Print, gather, and organize work for student(s) on caseload when the student(s) is absent or when out of class
Review data and daily student goals with student(s) on caseload
Collect and enter data for student(s) on caseload on duration and frequency of dysregulation antecedent, behavior and consequences, and progress monitoring for IEP goals and objectives
Work one-on-one with student(s) in general education classes or intervention room to support movement , executive functioning skills, mindfulness breaks and support academic work prepared by general education teachers
Support general education teachers and special education teachers with preparation for mindfulness or social- emotional lessons daily for student(s) on caseload
Support general education teachers with student/parent school conferences
Collaborate with Special Education Teachers, classroom teachers, and mental health staff to support classroom social emotional strategies, crisis plans, or behavior and emotional regulation plans
Support with weekly data collection
Participate in a daily huddle with staff to discuss student(s), goals, level, and targeted support

Benefits

Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $40,310 and is commensurate with experience
Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment and coverage, through United Healthcare
Time Off !!!: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Based on hire date, employees are eligible for up to 8 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
All employees receive summer break through an organization-wide closure, based on work location and position
Access to parental and medical leave: includes 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid for a total of 12 weeks (after your first year)
Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow your career during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft
Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
Equipment provided: laptop & phone
Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option
Move to Join Us: Relocation reimbursement (when applicable)
Additional Pay: Most schools offer various stipend opportunities
Wellness reimbursement
Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
Voluntary long term disability insurance
Voluntary short term disability insurance
Optional Basic Life and AD&D Insurance