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

Swanson Elementary is a unique neighborhood school of 275 diverse students. In additional to serving children from our local community, we are also home to two center programs for students with Autism. At Swanson we believe in empowering students with the skills and character to succeed, and we align our daily work to this mission. In addition, we operate as a Professional Learning Community prioritizing a focus on learning, collaboration and results.

At Swanson we always adapt to the needs of our students. Our 4th/5th team employs a personalized learning model where students engage in problem based learning, work with a 1:1 mentor, and set individualized goals for learning. In K-3rd we prioritize strong literacy and foundational skills while also creating meaningful problem based learning opportunities for students. We have been a K-5, 1:1 iPad school for many years and teachers use this technology as a tool to enhance student learning. Staff members incorporate elements of STEM into the classroom and with the addition of our Creative Learning Systems Smart Lab (expected installation spring 2019) opportunities for STEM enrichment will flourish. The 7 Mindsets are another major part of our work, which helps our students build strong character traits.

In addition to terrific kids, we have a truly terrific staff at Swanson. Our teachers are both collegial and congenial. Teams collaborate in weekly planning meetings with our instructional coach, are part of school-wide committees, and always put kids first in the decision making process. At Swanson we have a motto Once a Colt, Always a Colt and we mean it. We love and value our people and work hard to create a welcoming environment for our students, staff and community.

ABOUT THE JOB

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HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 08/14/2019Title I Parapro
Hourly Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .50, Hours/Day: 4.00, Days/Year: 181
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCP - Parapro -181 days, T81, 1
Hourly Rate: $12.18, Annual Rate: $17,642

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 and 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.

Prepare instructional art work (i.e. posters, bulletin boards and displays).

Administer or assist with District and classroom assessments.

Perform clerical duties such as filing, copying, and organizing student records.

Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma/GED required. Jeffco paraprofessional training will be offered upon acceptance of a position and must be completed at first available training opportunity.

EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in a school setting preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Requires basic language, math, writing and communication skills. Knowledge of general office equipment preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY: This job does not supervise other employees.

CONTACTS: Daily contact with persons in the same work unit or building and provides service to students and parents.

SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS: 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).

The physical demands, work environment characteristics, and mental functions described here 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 DEMANDS: 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to analyze, communicate and use interpersonal skills. The employee is frequently required to compare, copy, coordinate, compute and compile. The employee is occasionally required to synthesize, evaluate and negotiate.

JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING: Work is assigned by classroom teacher. This position requires ability to make decisions and follow instructions of the classroom teacher and school guidelines. Errors in decision making could lead to improper instructions for students, or improper behavior management of students. Decision making requires collaboration with supervisor. Work is guided by District policies, school/department procedures.

DIVERSITY OF DUTIES: Duties require cross training in office equipment including use of computers. This position requires communication skills, ability to work with groups of students and ability to work independently.

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.