Special Education Paraprofessional

The Vanguard School
Colorado Springs, CO, US
$17,22 an hour
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $17.22 per hour

Special Education Paraprofessional

Salary : $17.22 hourly.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status : Non-Exempt / Timesheet required.

Annual Days : 196

Start Date : ASAP

The mission of The Vanguard School is to help guide students in development of their character and academic potential through academically rigorous, content-rich educational programs.

Job Product : Provides special education services in a manner which assists student achieve academic success.

General Purpose : Under direct supervision, provides assistance in implementing plans and programs related to the academic or functional skill attainment for students with mental, physical, and / or emotional learning challenges.

Works directly with students, individually or in small groups as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Provides academic and physical assistance to students with disabilities as directed in one-to-one or in small groups.
  • Assists teachers with academic instruction and the implementation of Individual Education Program (IEP) and 504
  • Provide clerical support to special education services.
  • Positively represents the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and public.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with school staff and administration.
  • Supports Student Services in the educational needs of students.
  • Assists students in achieving academic success.
  • Works with student(s) who may be aggressive or disruptive in class.
  • Behavior support with includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
  • Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education teachers as well as related service staff.
  • Positively represents the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and general public.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with school staff and administration.

Other Duties and Responsibilities : As needed or assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

High school diploma or GED

Experience :

Prior experience working with children preferred, especially with special needs children.

Salary Range : $17.22 per hour

$17.22 per hour

Benefits :

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Paid time-off
  • Vision insurance

All employees must submit to and pass a CBI / FBI fingerprint background check as a condition of employment.

Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance / graduation / completion.

An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resumés may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and / or post-secondary education .

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