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Littleton Public Schools is Hiring a Special Education Center Based Paraprofessional - Nova Center Near Littleton, CO
JobID: 7780
Position Type: Special Education Classified/Paraprofessional Spec Ed Center Based HS
Date Posted: 2/1/2022
Location: Nova Center
Closing Date: 02/08/2022
This position serves students in grades K-12 with significant social emotional and mental health needs in a separate school environment.
Responsible for providing individual and/or small group instructional strategies, under the indirect supervision of licensed staff, to students with intensive social emotional needs in a separate school environment. Also responsible for generalizing knowledge and training for all students; making independent decisions within appropriate parameters; implementing team designed behavior support plans; following health care action plans; fostering independence by teaching functional life skills; monitoring and supporting students during special activities, preparing and modifying instructional materials; collecting data for IEP goals and behavior plans, monitoring and providing feedback on student progress, maintaining student confidentiality and adapting to changes in responsibilities and schedules. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION:
High School diploma
Associate degree or equivalent advanced training or demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in instruction of reading, writing, math or in school readiness skills.
Criminal background check required for hire.
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 3 months after hire.
Nationally recognized crisis training prevention required within 3 months of hire.
Medication administration class required within 3 months of hire.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
Oral and written communication skills.
English language skills.
Mathematic ability.
Interpersonal relations and team member skills.
Basic knowledge of behavioral supports and strategies.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
7.0 hours per day at the Nova Center Salary Grade 6 at $18.47 per hour.