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Information specific to this position: Special Education/Integrated Services
*Pay Range: $21.41-$23.98/hour (min -- 12% above min based on qualifications and experience)
Hours/day: 7
Work calendar days: 180
Duration of position: Remainder of school year
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.
Additional information: Please read the job description carefully.
Those hired in these positions do not qualify for section 12.1.4 of the Employee Agreement (they will not receive both his/her regular classified wages as well as the licensed in-house substitute rate)
Must hold a valid Colorado Substitute Authorization or Colorado Educator License
Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.*
Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!
If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at ADA@psdschools.org{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.------
SUMMARY: Responsible for providing building level substitute coverage for licensed and classified positions. May include stepping in as an integrated services/special education paraprofessional, or licensed teacher in the absence of the regular teacher or paraprofessional. Instruct students, facilitate student learning, provide general assistance and support to school building as directed by building administrators as needed for student supervision and instructional needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide building level substitute coverage for licensed classrooms, provide instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans, and use materials provided to attain lesson goals. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Provide building level substitute coverage for Integrated Services/Special Education Paraprofessional positions. Assist Special Education Teacher with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in individual or small groups, adapting curriculum to individual student needs, monitoring and enforcing acceptable social and physical behavior, implementing daily and long range lessons and activities to meet student needs.
Maintain established routine of the school and classroom procedures, maintains a safe and orderly environment and takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
Monitor students in classroom and during breaks, lunch, recess, time outs, on field trips, getting on and off the bus, etc. Reinforce school-wide discipline procedures.
Collaborate with teachers and staff members ahead of time for planned absences and coverage needs. Plan as necessary with staff members to provide coverage throughout the building. Communicate regularly with school administrators on building coverage needs.
Assist staff members and/or administration with special projects.
Attend appropriate in services, building meetings, training, IEP meetings, parent conferences and/or school functions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in education, teaching or related field strongly preferred
One to two years of related experience
Experience working with special needs students preferred Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
If assigned to a Title I school, the following Title I requirements apply
High school diploma (or equivalent) and one of the following
completion of at least two years of higher education
an associate's (or higher) degree
successful completion of the WorkKeys assessment demonstrating instructional competency within one year of hire
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:
Criminal background check required for hire
Colorado Department of Education Substitute Authorization required; Colorado Department of Education Teaching licenses or Special Services Provider License preferred
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 1 month of hire
Please Note: This posting is set to expire after 15 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5984119{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}
Applications directly through Connecting Colorado will not be reviewed.
Questions regarding this posting can be directed to talent@psdschools.org{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}.
