Paraprofessional-SPED (Elementary) - Colorado Springs School District 11

Colorado Springs School District 11•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist Special Education/Regular Education teachers to meet the needs of children with special needs with academics, behavior modification, personal hygiene and /or physical/emotional conditions.

Requirements

Knowledge of modern office practices and operation of standard office appliances, including desktop computers, copy machines and faxes.
Knowledge of classroom routine and general school procedures.
Knowledge of educational disabilities
Ability to work effectively with children with disabilities
Ability to relate well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to follow directions and be flexible
High School diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Works under the direction of a certified teacher to provide instructional support to students
Create a positive classroom environment which upholds and enforces the school rules and is conducive to learning
Demonstrates punctuality, good attendance, good attitude
Develops and maintains professional working relations with other District employees
Complies with the same ethical codes as all District employees
Attire should reflect the professional position of the employees
Assures that all student records of any description and information regarding students and staff are treated as confidential
Is responsible for the proper use and care of classroom books and office materials
Supervises students in classroom, playground, lunchroom and other areas
Assist with toileting, including diapering and personal hygiene care
Provide all required documentation for Medicaid reimbursement
Performs other duties as assigned.