Temporary 1:1 State Teacher Aide

State of Colorado • Colorado Springs, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is accepting applications for a Temporary 1:1 State Teacher Aide assigned to the School for the Blind. This position is assigned to work with one student with additional disabilities and provides individualized support in the classroom and other learning environments based upon the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Under the direction of teaching staff, the 1:1 State Teacher Aide supports the student's educational program, participation, safety, independence, and access to the school environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful experience working with children or youth.
• A courteous, professional, and helpful attitude when representing CSDB.
• Ability to respond effectively and positively to feedback.
• Ability to participate effectively in a team environment while also working independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students who are Blind/Visually Impaired and who may have additional disabilities or special needs.
• Ability and willingness to learn and utilize technology and computer applications necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Willing and able to work with children who may have emotional or behavioral challenges and who may pose a physical threat, with appropriate training provided.
• Perform medium physical work, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move persons or objects.
• Lift and/or assist in transferring a student weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Walk and/or stand for approximately 6–8 hours during a work shift.
• Possess a current, valid State of Colorado Driver's License if assigned to transport students.
• Successfully complete Colorado Department of Education transportation/driver training requirements if assigned to transport students.
• Successfully complete required background checks, including Colorado and federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.
• Comply with CSDB's Drug-Free Workplace Policy and other applicable CSDB policies.
• Participate in direct deposit of pay.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children or youth who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
• Experience working with students with additional disabilities or special needs.
• Experience working in an educational, classroom, residential, behavioral, or similar student-support environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily 1:1 support to the assigned student in the classroom and other learning environments.
• Assist teaching staff with implementation of lesson plans, instructional activities, effective teaching strategies, and instructional materials.
• Provide individualized assistance consistent with the student's IEP goals and objectives.
• Support and reinforce appropriate student behavior and implement behavior strategies in consultation with teachers and mental health staff, as appropriate.
• Work with a student who may demonstrate aggressive or non-compliant behavior while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Support the student with daily routines and activities.
• Complete classroom, behavioral, and other student-related documentation or data collection as assigned.
• Assist the student with transitions throughout campus, including arrival and dismissal, parent drop-off/pick-up, and transportation areas.
• Assist with toileting and other personal care needs, as required.
• Assist with feeding, as required.
• Participate in school, department, and student team meetings.
• Participate in required professional development and training.
• Perform other duties necessary to support the assigned student's educational program and IEP.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

What This Job Offers

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