Minimum Qualifications:

•          High School Diploma or equivalent

•          Ability to stoop, crouch, bend, kneel and stand for long periods of time

•          Ability to assist in student de-escalation and physical intervention when needed (including, but not limited to: support with students who bite, kick, hit, spit, and can be verbally aggressive, etc.)

•          Ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds and assist with Emergency Response Protocols 

•          Willingness to complete an on-line training program with topics ranging from student interactions, student success, and professional conduct

•          Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity preferred.

PARA SPECIALIST PREP TIME @ DCE, 27 HOURS/WEEK

Looking for a prep-time/specials aide to teach Music/Arts. The employee is responsible for teaching and delivering instruction to grades k-5.  Monday - Friday. 27/hours per week. Applicant needs to have relevant experience working with children and managing students. Is responsible for preparing and planning lessons, collaborating with staff and students, and maintaining consistency throughout the school year. 

Essential Job Functions
This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:

•          Assist teachers in preparation and delivery of materials 

•          Coordinate activities with teachers on a regular basis

•          Supervise and correct students as necessary to maintain a safe environment

•          May escort students to and from locations

•          Use computers and related technologies as needed by the program goals.

•          Professionally interact with students, staff, and community

•          Comply with all district policies and procedures

•          Perform related duties as assigned