Instructional Paraprofessional

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Paraprofessional supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing the school program and fostering a positive learning environment. The role may assist licensed teachers with academic assignments, classroom management, and preparation of materials. Under teacher supervision, the paraprofessional works with students individually and in groups to reinforce instruction and support learning across designated environments. The position also involves classroom and program support, including preparing and maintaining materials and equipment, assisting with student activities and curriculum tasks, supporting assessment and monitoring, maintaining records and inventories, and helping with routine administrative tasks. The role may include supervising students, supporting behavior systems, tutoring, conducting story time, proctoring tests, and communicating with students, staff, and the public. Work is generally performed in a classroom setting. The noise level may range from quiet to loud, and the position requires frequent in-person and other communication with students, the public, and staff. Scheduled school/work hours and days are required; extended hours or days may be required as directed. The position is scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, for 162 days per year.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
First Aid/CPR certification from the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or another provider.
Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn new equipment and systems.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students and adults in varied settings.
Computer proficiency, including office productivity applications and the ability to create, access, enter, retrieve, and manipulate information in software systems.
Ability to maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, interact courteously and professionally with the public, and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.
Commitment to student education and a student-centered, relationship-focused approach.
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 they apply to assigned students.
Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Demonstrated teamwork, organizational, time-management, problem-solving, cooperative, and collaborative skills; attention to detail; and strong interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills.
Energetic, creative, innovative, and flexible approach; promotes a positive climate, culture, and community.
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.

Responsibilities

Support the principal and classroom teachers in implementing the school program and promoting a positive learning environment.
Assist teachers with academic assignments, classroom management, and preparation of materials.
Assist students with activities, recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks as instructed by a teacher.
Carry out instructional programs and lessons in designated learning environments according to lesson plans.
Work under teacher supervision with small groups to reinforce material introduced by the teacher, and work with students individually or in groups.
Tutor students in various subject areas and conduct story time.
Coordinate assignment completion with regular classroom teachers.
Collect data for assessment and monitoring purposes and proctor tests when requested.
Prepare, produce, maintain, locate, and assemble classroom materials and equipment as assigned.
Assist with or complete daily paperwork, including attendance reports, referral slips, student passes, folders, permission slips, and parent notes.
Maintain student files and program records, including annual inventories of materials and equipment.
Maintain, order, organize, and process inventories of books, materials, and supplies; process book orders and enter information into a computer.
Develop and implement games and teaching aids.
Monitor student behavior contracts and reward systems, resolve classroom disciplinary issues, and escort students to administrators when needed.
Supervise students using computer programs and provide reference assistance to students and staff.
Attend required meetings and conferences and participate in ongoing training as required.
Keep current with curricular standards and instructional practices.
Report consistently for scheduled work, perform other assigned duties, and attain proficient or higher evaluations on established performance standards.