Student Services Paraprofessional

Job Description

Job Description

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is looking for a full-time paraprofessional to supervise and nurture a strong school culture and promote a classical education for all students.

This position collaborates closely with the special education teachers and Director of Student Services in setting priorities that support our mission.

Essential Functions (under the direction and with the support of a certified Special Education teacher) :

• Provide focused accommodations for a few students whose needs require continual or ongoing adult supervision and support.
• Facilitate communication about students with disabilities between General Education and Special Education teachers.
• Provide classical pedagogical support to students with disabilities in line with the school's mission and the IEP.
• Learn the school's curriculum to support a variety of students
• Support teachers and students by working to meet students' individual needs
• Monitor student work to ensure they understand and follow directions
• Assist students in the general classroom environment and provide small group and / or individualized instruction as needed to remediate knowledge and skills
• Track academic and behavioral data
• Assist with standardized testing and progress monitoring
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families

Required Skills / Abilities :

• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
• Knowledge of classical education (or the willingness and desire to learn)
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to complete other related duties as requested
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• After an offer is accepted, a satisfactory background check as required by state law and Colorado Department of Education

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or standing
• Must be able to supervise outdoor

Benefits Available :

• Competitive compensation
• Employer-covered monthly premiums for specific health, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees
• Employer contributions to health savings accounts for those opting for high-deductible plans
• Percentage match to retirement accounts
• Assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions
• Paid time off and sick pay
• Extensive training and mentoring opportunities provided
• Partnerships with institutions like Hillsdale College for ongoing professional growth and development

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS) is a network of public charter schools in Colorado comprised of four campuses.

The governing Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group (MEG) to provide employment services for all staff at ACACS.

Through this partnership, MEG provides employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services, and access to a 401(k) plan.

For naming purposes, Minga Education Group is the employer.