San Juan Board of Cooperative Educational Services
701 Camino del Rio., Suite 221
Durango, Colorado 81301
970-247-3261
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Paraprofessional for students with disabilities: Summer ESY (Extended School Year) and Summer Enrichment Program
LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: - Hours may vary depending on location and program placement.
Typical schedule may be Monday - Thursday 8:00 am -12:00 pm
SALARY: $16.00/hr
STARTING DATE: June 20th, 2022 - July 28th, 2022
QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma; experience working with children with disabilities
JOB GOAL: To assist students in their educational, physical, emotional, and social growth in the summer learning environment under the direction of the special education teacher and coordinator.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with expanding students’ academic needs, and communication skills, using sign language, adaptive technology devices, and computers, as designed by a licensed therapist or teacher.
- Assist with motor skills development program as designed by licensed therapists.
- Assist students on/off school buses and with feeding, toileting, positioning, wheelchair transfer, hygiene, and cleanliness.
- Assist in carrying out behavior modification programs and assisting in teaching social-emotional learning curriculum.
- Facilitate students’ active participation with peers.
- Perform clerical duties, prepare/organize classroom materials, and clean workspace.
- Exhibits effective communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
- Participates as a cooperative team member.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Extended School Year/ Summer Enrichment Coordinator
APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
- Application (available at www.sjboces.org)
CLOSING DATE: When Filled |