ABOUT THE DISTRICT


Jeffco Public Schools, Colorado's largest K-12 school district, with 85,000 students and approximately 14,000 employees, has provided educational excellence for more than 60 years. Nearly 10 percent of all Colorado K-12 students attend a Jeffco school and our employees benefit from partnerships with experienced, dynamic school leaders throughout our district. Our Jeffco Generations vision document and strategic plan map out with focus and clarity what we expect our schools to accomplish with our graduates. Come join us!

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Vanderhoof Elementary School is truly an amazing neighborhood school serving 400 students in grades K-5. We are located in the Arvada West area of Jefferson County. We are proud to have a well-rounded educational experience for our students.

Our teachers empower students to take control of their own education by offering choices in and outside of the classroom. Vanderhoof students are self-directed learners and citizens who contribute positively to their communities by partnering with one another to address school issues. Students are members of a digital community that use technology as a tool to communicate, collaborate and innovate.

Vanderhoof Elementary is a collaborative community that takes collective ownership for its students' learning and results. In an effort to build collective efficacy, we as a staff continually work to improve upon our strengths and deepen our teaching practices through professional learning communities.

ABOUT THE JOB

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HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 06/06/2019Summer School Paraprofessional
Hourly Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: 1.00, Hours/Day: 8.00, Days/Year: Varies
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: MIS - Miscellaneous (Hourly), S99, 99
Hourly Rate: $1.00, Annual Rate: $2,080

RESPONSIBILITIES

Summary: Provide classroom support and supervision of students under the direction of the supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

-Work with individual or small groups of students to support & reinforce teacher prepared lesson plans.

-Organize and prepare materials and resources to support classroom activities as assigned by the teacher.

-Supervise and manage student behavior as assigned.

-Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma/GED required.

EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in a school setting preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Basic language, math, writing and communication skills. This position requires ability to make decisions and follow instructions of the classroom teacher and school guidelines. This position requires communication skills, ability to work with groups of students and ability to work independently. Knowledge of general office equipment preferred. Daily contact with persons in the same work unit or building and provides service to students and parents. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to analyze, communicate and use interpersonal skills. Frequently required to compare, copy, coordinate, compute and compile. Occasionally required to synthesize, evaluate and negotiate. Decision making requires collaboration with supervisor. Duties require cross training in office equipment including use of computers.

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: Medium exposure of self to bruises and cuts or injuries due to interaction with students. Low exposure of self due to bodily fluids (gloves are provided). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SALARY

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BENEFITS

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.