Instructional Paraprofessional

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Paraprofessional supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing school programs and promoting a positive learning environment. The role may assist licensed teachers with academic assignments, classroom management, and preparation of instructional materials. Under teacher supervision, the paraprofessional reinforces lessons with individual students and small groups, supports students across learning environments, and helps maintain classroom and program materials, records, and inventories. The position is based at Encompass Heights Elementary School and is scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day, for 162 days, Monday through Friday. The role is classified as full-time regular and non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
First Aid/CPR certification from the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or another provider.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Computer proficiency, including office productivity applications, and ability to use software systems to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information.
Ability to maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and work assigned days, hours, locations, and duties as directed by the supervisor.
Commitment to student education and ability to communicate effectively with students and adults in varied settings.
Knowledge of district policies, procedures, and functions; office methods and procedures; and appropriate telephone etiquette.
Knowledge of special education, other educational programming, and related legal requirements as applicable to assigned students.
Strong organizational, time-management, interpersonal, written, listening, verbal communication, collaboration, cooperation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn new equipment and systems.
Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required.
Ability to work scheduled school/work hours and days and, when directed, extended hours or days.
Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or squat; interact orally and auditorily; use equipment and writing utensils; lift and carry up to 20 pounds (or more depending on assignment and student need); climb stairs, ladders, or stools; reach, hold, grasp, turn objects, and operate computer keyboards.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for work as scheduled and attain proficient or higher evaluations on established performance standards.
Assist with the preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment.
Assist individual students with activities instructed by a teacher, including recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks.
Locate and assemble classroom materials for teachers as directed.
Complete daily paperwork, including attendance reports, referral slips, student passes, weekly folders, permission slips, and parent notes.
Attend required meetings and conferences.
Carry out instructional programs and lessons in learning environments designated in lesson plans.
Collect data for assessment and monitoring purposes.
Conduct story time and develop or implement games and teaching aids.
Coordinate assignment completion with regular classroom teachers.
Keep current with curricular standards and instructional practices.
Maintain program records, student files, and inventories of materials and equipment.
Monitor student behavior contracts and reward systems.
Process book orders and maintain inventories of books, materials, and supplies.
Proctor tests when requested by teachers and provide reference assistance to students and staff.
Purchase supplies and materials.
Supervise students using computer programs.
Supervise students, resolve classroom disciplinary issues, or escort students to administrators.
Tutor students in various subject areas and work with students individually or in groups to reinforce teacher-introduced material.
Perform other duties as assigned.