Paraeducator - Preschool/PreK 1.5 hours per day - Hartford Elementary

Job Summary

We are hiring two Pre-K Paraeducators to work 1.5 hours per day each. The job goal is to provide preschool-aged students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

Job Goal

To implement high-quality practices and instructional support in a special education and/or general education environment, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning atmosphere.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided by district)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Valid DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Core Job Functions

• Student Supervision & Support:
• Supervise students during all program activities.
• Reinforce material by providing one-on-one or small-group instruction.
• Aid in academic, physical, and emotional needs as directed by the classroom teacher and following IEP guidelines where applicable.
• Personal Care & Medical Assistance:
• Maintain health and safety throughout the day.
• Support with personal care needs (toileting, feeding, dressing, etc.).
• Administer basic first aid and emergency rescue medications.
• Social-Emotional Development:
• Aid in building positive behaviors and navigating social situations.
• Implement behavior plans and strategies through modeling.
• Safety & Reporting:
• Be alert to and report potential issues.
• Alert teachers or administrators to student problems or dangerous situations.
• Documentation & Training:
• Aid in progress monitoring, assessments, and data collection.
• Participate in required meetings and training.
• General Operations:
• Maintain an orderly classroom environment.
• Operate and care for instructional equipment.
• Perform duties safely and prudently, following DHS regulations, district policies, and supervisor directives.
• Remain flexible and perform other duties as assigned.

Core Values

• Excellence: Valuing excellence in all parts of the organization.
• Equity: Providing all students and staff opportunities to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration: Effective decision-making and morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity: Honesty, integrity, and reliability.
• Efficiency: Being a good steward of public trust and community resources.

Professional Qualities

• Respond to customers promptly and efficiently.
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual.
• Be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Accept direction positively.
• Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit; repetitive finger and manual dexterity.
• Sensory: Ability to speak, hear, and see (with correction).
• Exertion: Occasionally lift or move objects up to 50 pounds; frequently lift or move objects up to 20 pounds; constantly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds.
• Environment: Potential exposure to odors, dust, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises.
• General: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.