Elementary SPED Paraprofessional

Description:

The Elementary SPED Paraprofessional will provide assistance with day-to-day classroom routines and procedures under the guidance of a licensed teacher and/or Special Education Teacher. This position works in large and small group settings to support student mastery in all areas of academic content while providing students with a positive learning environment.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to: Principal, Assistant Principal

Direct Reports: This is a non-supervisory position.

Compensation:

This is a full-time, 10-month position.  Hour pay ranges from $17.25- $26.24 per hour, depending on experience. See a detailed outline of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description.

Essential Functions:

Academic Support:

• Support student growth and achievement for the development of the whole child academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
• Reinforce learning strategies and skills as modeled by the teacher.
• Follow and reinforce classroom management and student behavior expectations set by classroom teacher.
• Conduct small group and individual instruction with the guidance and support of classroom teacher.

Student Supervision:

• Assist with supervising students in the classroom, hallways, lunchroom, and all other campus spaces as needed 
• Supervise before- and after-school duty assignments.
• Escort and monitor K-12 students as needed during transitions.

Teacher Support:

• Work with teachers in designing curriculum.
• Work with teachers in establishing annual student achievement targets.
• Provide assistance to the teacher in the instruction of students.
• Follow lesson plan developed by classroom teacher.

Additionally:

• Be present and engage in Pinnacle functions and organizations to build strong relationships with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Maintain and deepen current educational learning on an ongoing basis.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent (e.g. GED).
• Demonstrate subject matter competency by (1) earning an Associate’s degree or higher or (2) completing at least two years (48 credit hours) of study at an institution of higher education or (3) passing the State of Colorado WorkKeys teaching assistant exam and providing the school with test results.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
• Ability to collaborate and communicate while appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. 
• Commitment to mission and vision of the school.
• Creative and flexible in time of change.
• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills (conflict management and resolution).
• Excellent organization skills.
• Experience with second language learners.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

Working Conditions:

Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions.  Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions: Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities: Office environment, including computer interface. Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students, parents, peers, and community members.

Weight and Force Demands: Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 25 pounds).

Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.

Note: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, during the 2021-2022 school year, school staff are critical employees and are expected to perform work on campus as required.

Why work for Pinnacle?

As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans (100% employer paid for the employee)!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (click HERE to learn more)!
• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!
• Short and Long Term Disability!
• Colonial add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!
• Employee Assistance Program with up to four free counseling sessions!

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now!

About Pinnacle:

Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO.  For more information visit https://www.pinnaclecharterschool.org/.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Pinnacle Charter School is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. 

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.