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THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title:  Paraprofessional, SSS                         Department:  Student Support Services

Date:  Updated March 24, 2022                     FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Year: Academic Calendar

Hourly Rate: $18.27
This position is part time, with .8 FTE available. 
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Special Education Para Educator Generalist will work in a team environment in partnership with general and special education teachers and other para educators in all school settings. The para educator will assist students in academic areas such as reading, writing and/or math including implementing curriculum, adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of students. Further, the para educator will support a range of social, emotional, and behavioral interventions. The para educator will provide instructional and/or behavioral supports to students under the direction of a special education teacher.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to the Director of Student Support Services.  Supervised by Resource Teacher(s). 

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required.  The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Supports students in academic areas such as reading, writing and/or math including implementing curriculum and adapting instructional strategies/materials according to the needs of students.
• Assists resource teachers and special service providers in carrying out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the students IEP plan.
• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers, case manager and/or parents.
• Works with students in one on one and small group situations to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher, and or helps support the remediation of academic skill deficits under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Assists case manager with the completion of  paperwork related to IEP's.
• Proctors test taking when requested by teachers.
• Administers behavior modification as directed.
• Acts as a liaison between special and general education teacher including relaying messages, input and feedback on how things are working.
• Provides support for substitute teachers so the classroom can run effectively in the absence of a regular teacher.
• Utilizes district provided CPI training appropriately and consistently.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities including role modeling, diffusing volatile and stressful situations and following through on appropriate discipline per guidelines.
• Attends pre-job training, on-going training, meetings and seminars as required during the school year in order to remain up to date of job procedures.
• Consistently attends and reports for work on time
• Manages yearly calendar of IEP meetings
• Attends team meetings when schedule allows or is required

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Assists other Special Education professionals as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must possess or be willing to obtain and renew/maintain CPI, CPR and First Aid certification 

EXPERIENCE:

Experience working with children 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Interest in working with children with learning disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Basic math and accounting skills.
• Customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision. Ability to provide a warm and caring attitude toward students and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality across all settings for all students.
• Ability to learn and consistently adhere to special education procedures
• Ability to work well with students and parents from diverse populations.
• Willingness to work with students one on one, in small groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and co-workers, students, and parents
• Knowledge of TCA operations, laws, rules, regulations and applicable policies or procedures.
• Skills in operating computer, word processing.
• Ability to use telephone, computer, copier, and other office/classroom support equipment.
• Ability to be flexible in work demands.

SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Other departments
• Employees  
• Students  
• Parents  
• Supervisors

Contacts are generally of a nature requiring disseminating and discussing routine information but may occasionally involve sensitive issues or situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in the resource room or other designated location within the school building
• Required to work normal school hours

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.  They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive:

• Typical demands will require employees to:
  • Frequently use eye, hand, and finger coordination to enable the use of a computer, other office equipment, and writing utensils
• Spend majority of work hours standing and walking while performing job duties
• Activities involve some bending, lifting, and carrying burdens weighing up to 50 lbs.

COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS:

The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive:

The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills. 
BENEFITS: 0.5 to 1.0 FTE:
The Classical Academy offers competitive pay and a robust total compensation package including:

• MEDICAL INSURANCE: There are three options for Medical coverage, including an HSA option; as well as access to OneMedical for eligible staff members who elect a TCA Medical plan. The Classical Academy (TCA) makes a monthly contribution toward your medical premiums as an employee.
• DENTAL INSURANCE: Dental insurance is offered through Delta Dental of Colorado. TCA makes a monthly contribution toward the premium for this benefit
• LIFE INSURANCE/LTD: Employees are provided a $25,000 group term life insurance through The Standard Life Insurance Company and offers Long-term Disability coverage as well. TCA pays the full cost of group term life insurance and long-term disability benefits. Accident and hospital indemnity plans are also available to employees through The Standard, for an additional cost.
• RETIRMENT PLAN: Administered by Colorado PERA, this is a tax deferred retirement account to which you contribute 11% of your monthly earnings. TCA contributes 20.9% to the PERA pension trust fund on your behalf.
• VOLUNTARY VISION INSURANCE: EyeMed is the voluntary vision program available to TCA employees.
• WELLNESS PROGRAM: A voluntary wellness program though Orriant is offered in which employees are eligible to earn an incentive of up to $150 for participation AND achievement of wellness activity goals
• RETIREMENT OPTIONS: Employees may elect to participate in deferred income for retirement purposes: PERA Plus 401(k) through Empower
• MEDICAL and DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: This account allows employees to save money for unreimbursed medical expenses or dependent care expenses to be used within the plan year (July to June) on a tax-exempt basis.  This reduces your taxable income.
• TIME OFF COMPENSATION: An employee with 0.5 to 1.0 FTE will receive Staff Leave and Personal Leave. For positions less than 1.0 FTE, leave time will be prorated based on FTE. Our leave program is fully compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Workplace Act.
• PRIORITY ENROLLMENT STATUS: Children of staff members 0.4 FTE and above receive priority enrollment of their child/children at The Classical Academy.
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
• Staff Appreciation Meals and Events

Conditions of Employment:
Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the selected applicant shall be required to verify, within 72 hours of employment, her/his legal right to be employed in the United States. Background and reference check.
The Classical Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).