What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional (Middle School) position at Humanex Academy?
Job Opening: Paraprofessional (Middle School)
Category: Part Time
Start Date: August 10, 2023
Location: 2700 South Zuni Street, Englewood, CO 80110
Join Our Team: Humanex Academy is looking for a dynamic individual to join our team! This professional will be responsible for providing individual instruction and implementing learning strategies to support student learning under the supervision of licensed staff within the school environment. The ideal candidate is strong in making independent decisions with appropriate parameters; implementing team designed learning plans; monitoring and supporting students during school activities; preparing and modifying instructional materials; collecting data for academic and social emotional goals; monitoring and providing feedback on student progress; maintaining student confidentiality and adapting to changes in responsibilities and schedules.
Experience working with students with disabilities preferred; must be a strong team player with the ability to work independently.
Our Mission: The mission of Humanex Academy is to support neurodiverse
6th-12th grade students looking for a safe and supportive community where they can celebrate their strengths and uniqueness, while stepping away from a deficit focused approach.
Education and Related Work Experience
● High School Diploma
● Demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, math or school-readiness skills or an Associates degree
● One year experience working with students with disabilities is preferred
Applicant will be:
● Encouraging and fun
● An understanding, patient person who loves to learn
● Familiar with neurodiversity or willing to learn more
● Has a growth mindset. Applicants must be flexible and amenable to daily changes.
● Will have a generally pleasant disposition with the skills to comfort a child if they become frustrated
● Comfortable with accepting feedback and making adjustments
Certifications/Training
● Criminal background check required for hire
● CPR and First Aid certifications within 3 months of hire
● Additional training may be required based on program need
Physical Demands for this position.
● The school day consists of direct contract with the students
● Assist students with mobility (including manual and motorized wheelchairs or walkers)
●Must be able to manipulate 50lbs safely
● Physical Demands Factor-MediumWork: Exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Hours:Monday-Friday 8:20 AM - 2:50 PM
Starting Salary: $19.66 per hour
Hours Per Week: 32.5 hours per week
Please email a resume and cover letter to Head of School, Kati Cahill, at kcahill@humanexacademy.com
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $19.66 per hour
Grade levels:
- Middle school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Private school
- Special education school
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Englewood, CO 80110: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person