Instructional Paraprofessional, Sandburg Elementary - Littleton Public Schools : Job Details

Position Type: Elementary School ClassifiedDate Posted: 11/11/2024Location: Sandburg Elementary SchoolClosing Date: 12/01/2024 Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you. Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our Sandburg Team! This professional will be responsible for providing individual and/or small group instruction and implementing strategies to general education students, with support of licensed staff within the school environment (e.g. Classroom, Cafeteria, Playground, Community, etc.). The ideal candidate is strong in making independent decisions within appropriate parameters; monitoring and supporting students during school activities (lunch & recess); preparing and modifying instructional materials; maintaining student confidentiality and adapting to changes in responsibilities and schedules. Essential Duties

• Assist students in the completion of assignments as appropriate. Oversee students as they work independently or in groups, in the classroom, resource area/lab or other designated areas.
• Monitor students during tests; administer make-up exams as directed.
• Process and organize books, instructional resources and other equipment for staff and student use.
• Assist teachers in grading assignments and tests as requested. Assist teachers in the preparation of instructional materials.
• Order and maintain instructional and clerical material and supplies as instructed.
• Assist with processing of student registration and academic reports according to building procedures.
• Type correspondence, memorandums, reports, purchase orders and other material as requested.
• Assist in maintenance of departmental files and records. Assist with, collect and receipt student fee/fines as directed.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies; process warehouse orders promptly and as needed. Assist in inventory of instructional material and equipment. Use copier as needed.
• Provide direction to student assistants.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Oral and written communication skills; English language skills
• Interpersonal relations skills; Customer service and public relations skills; Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Personal computer and keyboarding skills; Advanced computer hardware and software skills; Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and Google
• Operating knowledge of and experience with general office equipment, including telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.;
• Knowledge of operating, installing, supporting and maintaining PCs and associated application software preferred at hire.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions; Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Speaks to students, parents, colleagues, and community with respect and dignity.
• Uses team concepts to plan, problem solve, and share space, equipment, resources, and knowledge with coworkers; supports the ideas, efforts, and accomplishments of others.
• Recognizes opportunities for improvement and/or implements improved methods within the limits of authority; adapts to changes in responsibilities and work schedule with a positive attitude.
• Dresses appropriately for work requirements.
• Maintains consistent, regular attendance at work; arrives and leaves work at scheduled times; respects time limits on breaks and lunch periods; and follows district procedures for absence reporting.
• Promotes and follows Board of Education policies, building or department procedures, and any other rules and regulations as may be established by central, building, or department administration

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
• Working with and/or supervising youth preferred

Certifications/Training:

• Criminal background check required for hire
• District provided human resoursce training
• Additional training may be required based on school need.

5 hours per day at Sandburg Elementary School. Starting salary for this position is Grade 4 at $18.41 per hour BENEFIT INFORMATION: Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: