At Doral Colorado, we pride ourselves on providing students an arts integration experience in a welcoming environment. The ideal candidate has prior experience in this role, and is flexible to adapt to the changing nature of the demands of the class. You will work closely with an assigned teacher and support them in their duties. Typical tasks include working with students in groups and individually during lessons, assisting with arts integrated lesson plans and materials, supporting special needs students, supporting gifted and talented, grading homework, and writing progress reports in the direction of the classroom teacher. The thriving paraprofessional is caring, compassionate, and committed to each student's success. Objectives of this Role Provide instructional reinforcement under the direction of the classroom teacher in executing lesson plans Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents,staff, and community, following and upholding school rules and standards Safely supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities in and out of the classroom Participate in planning sessions with the learning team, communicating with parents and school officials as needed Daily and Monthly Responsibilities Co-teach lesson components as determined by the teacher, leading small-group or individual instruction and discussion, and reviewing classwork material Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs; help with translation and hygienic needs when necessary Organize classroom and teaching materials; verify and track student attendance Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and photocopying; grade tests and homework, recording the results Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, parents, and staff to enhance the instructional environment; participate in parent-teacher and faculty meetings and events Skills and Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Proven experience working with students Effective communication skills; oral, written, and visual with adults and children Understanding of basic principles of childhood development Familiarity with arts integration or willingness to learn Familiarity with Special Education Department or willingness to learn Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to attend classes Preferred Qualifications Experience working with special needs students Bachelor's degree in early childhood development or education Teaching certification(s) •Doral is an equal opportunity employer, and hires without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Pay:

From $38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person