Transition Program Para Educator - Transition Center

Cherry Creek Schools

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a licensed staff member, assist special education students ages 18-21 in the Transition Program classroom by helping individuals or small groups of students with basic curriculum work, implementing instruction, reinforcing learning skills, and reinforcing discipline procedures. Provide technical physical care for students. Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment where appropriate. Schedule and attend parent conferences as needed.

Requirements

Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
No professional work experience required
Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
Intermediate oral and written communication skills
Ability to work alone and with others
Advanced interpersonal relations skills
Advanced organizational skills
Ability to implement behavior modification techniques
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students
Ability to meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self-Insurance Pool

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the public sector, specifically public education
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement
Associate’s degree
Experience working with special needs adults or children and licensed special education teaching experience
CPR and First Aid certifications

Responsibilities

Assist students with classroom activities, including adapting the curriculum to individual student needs. Assist with curriculum delivery to both individuals and small groups to ensure mastering of subjects.
Implement student accommodations and therapeutic procedures and programs under the guidance of licensed staff. Maintain daily records of student progress and behavior in conjunction with the licensed staff, which may include special reports and providing feedback, observations, and opinions to the Individualized Education Program team.
Provide technical physical care for students with special needs, which may include toileting, grooming, cleaning ventilation devices, feeding, care of gastrostomy tube (G-tube), positioning, and improving range of motion. Following training and as delegated by a registered school nurse, accurately follow student medication delivery orders.
Safely transport students using a District van.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.