Paraprofessional, Special Education (Sped) RISESNA (Centralized Autism Classroom)

Job Title: Paraprofessional Special Education (Sped) - RISE/SNA (Centralized Autism Classroom)
Pay Program: Support Staff Non-Exempt
Pay Range: Range 8 $19.39 - $21.64
Work Year: Student Contact Days (School Year Calendar) (177 Days / 7.5 Hours)
Reports to: Building Administrator/Sped Coordinator
Direct Reports: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Summary
Operating under the direction of the Building Leader and licensed special education staff this position provides instructional behavioral communication and personal-care support to students with autism. This position assists with implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) supports structured routines reinforces social communication and self-regulation skills and uses visual sensory and behavioral supports to help students access learning. This position may provide one-on-one or small-group support and contributes to a safe predictable and supportive environment that promotes academic behavioral and social-emotional growth.

Essential Responsibilities -To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of responsibility percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

Education and Experience
Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree completion of at least 48 semester hours of college coursework or a passing score on the WorkKeys assessment (or other approved assessment) required for Title I schools
• Two years of experience working with children required
• Prior school district experience preferred
• Experience working with students with autism or diverse learning needs preferred
• Coursework or training in special education autism support applied behavior analysis (ABA) communication systems or related areas preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills required when assigned to a bilingual program

Licenses Registrations or Certifications

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Valid Colorado drivers license or valid Colorado identification required
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds. Lift test required at time of hire
• Quality Behavioral Solutions certification (QBS) must be obtained within 60 days of hire
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification required within 60 days of hire
• Small Vehicle Permit preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of autism characteristics and support needs including communication sensory regulation and structured routines.
• Ability to implement visual supports schedules prompting strategies sensory tools and structured learning environments.
• Ability to support communication systems such as AAC devices PECS modeling or functional communication strategies (training provided).
• Skill in implementing behavior intervention plans and using positive behavior supports.
• Ability to use calm redirection de-escalation and crisis-prevention techniques.
• Ability to remain calm when faced with challenging student behavior including physically or verbally aggressive behavior
• Ability to build supportive respectful relationships with students and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs manage frequent interruptions and maintain focus in a busy school environment.
• Ability to supervise students safely in a variety of settings and respond appropriately in crisis or emergency situations.
• Ability to follow district safety procedures and report concerns promptly.
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible with collaborative critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to assist students with toileting feeding hygiene mobility or positioning following training.
• Ability to follow health plans and safety protocols with accuracy.
• Understanding of infection-control and sanitation procedures.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide support in a professional and approachable manner
• Commitment to handling sensitive and confidential information with the highest ethical standards
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and various stakeholders
• Ability to lead communicate interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to follow applicable federal state local laws and Board of Education policies in addition to building and department procedures
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace follow safety rules practice safe work habits utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
• Basic operating knowledge of computers district-approved devices and common educational technology tools.
• Ability to use email word processing spreadsheets and other standard office software.
• Ability to operate typical office equipment such as copiers printers and telephones.

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