PART TIME SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION  

POSITION  Part Time Special Education Teacher - Homebound Instruction

LOCATION  To Be Determined

SCHEDULE  2011-2012 School Year. Services rendered on an as needed basis; not to exceed 15 hours per week (no minimum hours per week)

SALARY   $23/hour

QUALIFICATIONS

• Quality preparation in the areas of social and emotional and affective needs;
• Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsement;
• Expertise in the areas of behavior management and effective instructional programming with the ability to provide individualized programming for students with social and emotional needs in an alternative
• Ability to write standards-based Individual Educational Plan in compliance with IDEA regulations;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, staff and administration;
• First Aid and CPR Certificate or ability to obtain one.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement individual instructional programming designed to meet the individual needs of students with social and emotional needs, K-12;
• Provide direct services to students with social and emotional needs in the core content areas in compliance with the Individual Educational Support Plan;
• Coordination of services as case manager for assigned students;
• Develop effective behavioral interventions, modifications and accommodations for students with emotional needs;
• Assess student needs and progress; diagnose and remedial deficiencies;
• Collaborate with parents and staff to develop effective programming;

CLOSING DATE  Applications accepted until position is filled.

SUBMIT completed applications and required documentation to:

Human Resources
District Administration Offices
Platte Canyon School District
PO Box 1069
Bailey, CO 80421

(Please do not fax any application materials)

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SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL  

POSITION  Special Education Paraprofessional
The Special Education Paraprofessional position is a classified at-will position.

LOCATION  Platte Canyon High School

REPORTS TO:   Site Principal, Site Special Education (SPED) Teacher and Director of Special Education.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:    The primary function of the Special Education Paraprofessional is to work with the Special Education Teacher in the instruction and supervision of moderate to severe needs students.

SCHEDULE  Work Year: August 18, 2011 – May 24, 2012
Work Days: 172 Days 5.5 hours per day
Work Hours: Varies based upon assignment.

SALARY  Beginning salary range for the Special Education Paraprofessional is $8.60 to $9.12 per hour. Initial placement on the salary scale based upon previous experience in related field.

PAY  Beginning Monthly (12 equal payments per work year)

BENEFITS  Benefits for part-time employees (under 30 hours per week) include PERA and personal/sick days.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have ONE of the following: 1. At least 48 credit hours completed at an institute of higher education; OR, 2. An associate’s (or higher) degree; OR, 3. Must be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. (Testing is administered through the School District.)
2. Clear background report through fingerprint submission to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and FBI.
3. One year of professional experience with appropriate age group desired.
4. Physical ability to do some lifting, which includes lifting of students for personal hygiene activities.
5. Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with staff and administration.
6. Ability to be flexible.
7. Ability to take initiative during instructional activities.
8. Must be willing to be trained in Best Practices and instructional techniques.
9. Appreciation and acceptance of diversity.
10. Demonstrated effective communication skills.
11. Current First Aid and CPR/AED Certification.
12. Ability to perform all of the job duties listed under “Job Duties and Responsibilities”

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Classroom Duties:

1. Assist in the instruction of students with moderate to severe needs using lesson plans developed by the SPED Teacher and General Education Teacher. Help prepare classroom materials.
2. Create and implement curriculum adaptations in collaboration with SPED and General Education Teachers, according to students’ Individual Education Plans.
3. Assist the Special Education Teacher with supplementary work for students.
4. Supervise independent Study.
5. Reinforce lessons in small and large groups.
6. Assist in classroom demonstrations.
7. Assist with individualized program materials.
8. Assist in observing, recording and charting behaviors.
9. Implement behavior management strategies initiated by the SPED Teacher.
10. Assist with crisis problems and discipline as directed by the SPED Teacher.

Program duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Bus Duty – greet students when they arrive in the morning and assist them with getting off of the bus. Take students to their bus at the end of the school day and assist them with getting on the bus.
2. Accompany students to classes.
3. Supervise students on playground, lunchroom, study hall and field trips
4. Assist student with personal hygiene, which may involve lifting and transferring of students in wheelchairs, as directed by the physical therapist, special education teacher, and school nurse.
   1. Utilize universal precautions at all times, as trained, while completing personal hygiene tasks
   2. Adhere to lifting and transferring guidelines as trained in all circumstances
   3. Complete required documentation during all personal hygiene activities
5. Administer medication to students as directed by the SPED teacher and as delegated by the school nurse.

All Special Education Paraprofessionals must also:

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

EVALUATION:

The Special Education Paraprofessional is evaluated annually by the building Principal. Evaluation is to be based upon fulfillment of duties and responsibilities listed in this job description as determined by observation, review of records and reports, and administrative judgment and effectiveness and quality of services. The employee will participate in the writing of personal goals and objectives which demonstrate the ability to develop professionally.

CLOSING DATE  Applications accepted until position filled

SUBMIT APPLICATION AND RESUME TO:

Kelly Varney, Human Resources
District Administration Offices
PO Box 1069
Bailey, CO 80421

(Please do not fax any application materials)

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