Instructional Paraprofessional and Lunch/Recess Support

Englewood Schools • Denver, CO

18h • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports teachers with in-class and small group instruction, clerical duties, supervision and redirection. Provide feedback to teachers regarding individual student performance. May provide student supervision during student arrival and departure, lunch and/or recess. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License.
• Current First Aid and CPR (or obtained within first six months of employment).
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (preferred).
• English fluency will be determined through the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support small groups of students.
• Support a learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality.
• Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning, even for the shyest student.
• Supervise students during lunch hours in the cafeteria, hallway and playground as directed.
• Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning, even for the shyest student.
• Provide office support including clerical work, checking in students and coverage as needed.
• Promote a safe and healthy environment that respects the dignity of the child and is perceived by students as fair and consistent.
• Actively participate in PLCs and other required training.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understandings to support instructional programming.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• monthly District contributions for HSA
• short and long-term disability programs (100% covered)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• wellness programs
• comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
• additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans
• Optional voluntary plans for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED