Special Education Paraprofessional

Residency Requirements: Must reside in Colorado.

A Special Education Paraprofessional Teacher works in schools to support students with special needs and who may require additional assistance. They work closely with the schools special education teachers certified teachers and school administrators to implement instruction and support that meets students individualized needs. This role supports students in obtaining the goals and benchmarks written in their Individual Educational Plan (IEP).

K12 a Stride Company believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality personalized education experience. Students can thrive find their passion and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own support of this we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families treat one another and customers with respect challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school Colorado Preparatory Academy (COPA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Colorado Preparatory Academy (COPA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data parent and student satisfaction and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently typically 40 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during the workday typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Assist teachers in delivering instruction using differentiated methods that meet the needs and goals of the students IEP;
• Work with assistive technology when needed to teach regular education curriculum using different methods to better meet student needs;
• Co-teach and collaborate with special education teachers general education teachers and coaches to share strategies for modifications accommodations and interventions;
• Coordinate with the Special Education Teacher on special education requirements needed to meet the needs of the students in the regular education inclusion program their IEP goals and objectives;
• Utilize knowledge of state standards and testing requirements to assess students for mastery and validate student learning;
• Prepare students for standardized tests; Assist with testing for local and state assessments;
• Facilitate regular communication with students parents teachers coaches staff administrators and other legitimate stakeholders regarding student performance progress and academic expectations;
• Work generally to establish and maintain positive relationships with families;
• Track student progress and motivate students using incentives that reinforce individual goals;
• Enter documentation and perform other record-keeping in appropriate systems;
• Work with the Special Education team to maintain compliance with Company and the Districts record-keeping requirements;
• Provide necessary reports;
• Participate in meetings regarding special education students;
• Participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and professional development (virtual and face-to-face);
• Solve day-to-day problems presented by staff and students;
• Collaborate with the Special Education team and school in developing an effective Special Education program;
• Participate as a member of the Response to Intervention process if asked to;
• Participate in school committee work to plan assemblies school events school-wide incentives community service opportunities;
• Assist with pre- and post-school duties including club sponsorship; lunch before or after school duties as required;
• Communicate needs to the school leadership team regarding special education students as appropriate;
• Promote a positive school environment by holding students accountable for all school and classroom rules and policies.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma AND
• One (1) year of providing support to students OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to pass a required background search

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint Project Visio etc.); Web proficiency
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to travel 20% of the time for meetings professional development state testing etc.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Online School Experience

Compensation & Benefits: Stride Inc. considers a persons education experience and qualifications as well as the positions work location expected quality and quantity of work required travel (if any) external market and internal value when determining a new employees salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors the positions level and expected contribution and the employees benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

• Exempt (hourly): We anticipate the salary range to be $19-$21/hour. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed as an individuals compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include but are not limited to geographic location experience training education and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits retirement contributions and paid time off.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position is virtual; with the requirement to travel 20% of the time for meetings professional development state testing etc.

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is at-will as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the at-will nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.