Job description

Please apply on our job board at https://www.applitrack.com/ccsdre1/onlineapp/default.aspx

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for assisting Special Education teachers in the instruction and supervision
of students with special needs.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Most experience can be gained on-site during the course of your employment.
Expertise in any one area is not required, but a flexibility and passion for working
with students and learning new instructional strategies is.

• Support a program of studies that meets the individual needs, interests, and
• abilities of students.
• Collaborate with teachers to create appropriate learning experiences for
• students.
• Support a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate
• to the maturity and interests of students. Encourages and monitors the progress
• of individual students.
• Collaborate with the Assessment Coordinator to support standardized testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Create and implement curriculum adaptations in collaboration with SPED and General Education Teachers, according to the student's Individual Education Plans.
• Reinforce lessons in small and large groups.
• Assist with individualized program materials.
• Assist in observing, recording and charting behaviors.
• Implement behavior management strategies initiated by the SPED Teacher.
• Assist with crisis problems and discipline as directed by the SPED Teacher.
• Program duties may include, but not limited to, the following:Transportation Duty - greet students when they arrive in the morning and assist them with getting from the vehicle to the classroom.

Accompany students to classes.
Supervise students in the classroom.
Assist student with personal hygiene, which may involve lifting and transferring of students in wheelchairs, as directed by the physical therapist, SPED Teacher, and school nurse.
Utilize universal precautions at all times, as trained, while completing personal hygiene tasks.
Adhere to lifting and transferring guidelines as trained in all circumstances.
Complete required documentation during all personal hygiene activities.
Administer medication and other health related tasks to students as directed by the SPED teacher and as delegated by the school nurse.

• All Special Education Paraprofessionals must also:Perform work of acceptable quality and quantity.

Demonstrate dependability and enthusiasm, in performing assigned tasks.
Become familiar with and adhere to Board approved School District Policies and regulations.
Serve as a positive liaison between the school and the community while maintaining confidentiality.
Demonstrate effective relations with other staff members and work in cooperation with them to achieve positive results.
Communicate effectively with students, staff and the public.
Demonstrate high personal and professional standards and maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to the position.
Participate in the writing of personal goals and objectives which demonstrate the ability to develop professionally.
Attend annual trainings as instructed by the Special Education Teacher.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional bending, reaching, climbing
• Occasional lifting of students (ex: from wheelchair to seat)
• Normal school district environment
• Working with others
• Frequent lifting, pulling and/or pushing

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
Lunch and classroom supervisory duties as assigned with other staff.

EXPECTATIONS: The physical demands, work environment characteristics, and mental functions
described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The
employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk;
reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate;
distractions will vary from few to many throughout the day.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to analyze, communicate, and evaluate. The employee is frequently required to
copy, coordinate, compute, and compile. The employee is occasionally required to
compare, instruct, synthesize, evaluate, and negotiate.

JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING: Work is assigned by building administrator
and cooperating teachers. This position requires ability to follow directions based on
the instructions given. Errors in decision making could lead to incorrect information
provided to the students, parents or the public. Decision making requires
collaboration with teaching staff and administration. Work is guided by District
policies, school policies, and department procedures.

DIVERSITY OF DUTIES: This position requires communication skills, ability to work
with students & staff, and ability to work independently.
Skills: Requires basic language, math, writing, computer & software, and filing skills.
Knowledge of general office equipment preferred.

Qualifications:
Education and Training: High school diploma/GED is required. 2 years post-secondary study,
Associates degree, or higher preferred.

Experience: Experience helping students with special needs and/or a school setting is
preferred but may not be necessary for hiring.
Certification, Licensing, and Registrations: None required

Benefits: Employees who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible to
obtain district health benefits which include medical, dental, vision, and life. Currently the District
contributes a portion toward these benefits. This position also qualifies for PTO leave which is
determined by the position’s work year. Clear Creek School District is a public employer and
participates in the Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA). All employees
are required by state statute to contribute the current % rate of salary on a pre-tax basis to
PERA. The District also contributes based on current % rates. In addition, our community
businesses appreciate and support our district employees by offering numerous discounts,
including use of CCCRD Recreation Center in Idaho Springs.

Our District:
Clear Creek School District (CCSD) is located in Clear Creek County, Colorado, a short drive
west of Denver and area suburbs. Clear Creek serves the mountain communities of Idaho
Springs, Georgetown, Empire, Dumont, Silver Plume, and parts of Evergreen. Our county is
well-suited for the outdoor enthusiast, with beautiful mountain trails for hiking and biking, rivers
for rafting, and ski areas that serve both nordic and alpine. Our historic downtowns offer some
of the best places to explore and discover.

Our community places a high value on supporting students and schools, which has resulted in
recent increases to compensation and facility improvements. We believe that students are more
than test scores, and learning experiences are opportunities for messy, creative thinking.
In August 2022, CCSD will move to a Four Day School Week. This new calendar will provide
educators with more planning, collaboration and professional learning time as well as more
three day weekends. Students will have enrichment opportunities on Fridays in line with our

Graduate Profile.
Clear Creek School District is dedicated to attracting and retaining high-quality educators. This
means you’ll be warmly welcomed into our team of professionals, provided opportunities to
learn and grow with us, and be challenged to be your very best for students.

Our School:
Clear Creek Middle/High School share a campus nestled in a natural setting on Floyd Hill west
of Evergreen. It offers a bike/hiking trail in addition to open space. With student enrollment at
the Middle School of 95, and the High School of 225, it is a tight-knit community with engaged
and supportive families. As a school district, we provide an experiential learning model, with a
focus on embracing the outdoor environment as an expanded classroom. In addition, our
schools and district are currently developing strong community partnerships and career-aligned
education for students through the Homegrown Talent Initiative.

You:
We are seeking a strong, enthusiastic, growth-mindset Paraeducator who has a passion for
engaging, authentic learning experiences and is strong in instructional practices.
Interested and qualified individuals must apply online at:
https://www.applitrack.com/ccsdre1/onlineapp/default.aspx

Clear Creek School District RE1, does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color,
creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information,
marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its
educational programs or activities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.14 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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