Severe Needs Special Education Paraprofessional - Middle School/Highschool

JOB DESCRIPTION *Severe needs Special education paraprofessionals work under the direction of a certified teacher and generally work in an inclusionary setting. Their assignments are based on the student's needs as determined by their IEP. *A special education paraprofessional is a teacher assistant who works with students with special needs to help them access the general education curriculum: *Provide one-on-one tutoring, help students understand test and homework questions, and assist with assessments *Help with organizing materials and classroom management *Provide extra assistance and support during lessons, and help students with their physical, emotional, and safety needs *Assist teachers with grading, recording documentation, and participating in meetings *Additional Duties as Assigned. COMPENSATION Salary commensurate with education and experience and includes individual medical, dental, life insurance, and retirement benefits through PERA. Work Year: 153 days for teaching staff. Follows PCSD Calendar (Monday - Thursday). Expected hours: 7:30-4:30 daily

BENEFITS The district provides health insurance benefits in addition to dental and vision, PERA retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, an employee assistance plan, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurance and savings accounts through a third-party vendor. Park County RE2 also offers sick leave and personal leave, as well as other benefits specific to our school district.

OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT All offers of employment are conditional on a successful background and reference check. Please be advised that PCSD Re 2 may choose to contact work references other than those listed on your application. * Direct deposit of paychecks is required. * Selected applicants must comply with CDE Drug-Free Workplace Policy. * A current Colorado teaching certificate is required for all teaching positions. * As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected applicant must verify within 72 hours of employment their legal right to be employed in the United States. Park County RE2 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

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