PRESCHOOL TEACHING ASSISTANT

Pcelc, Regular Education Teaching Assistant

Contract Length: 153 days

Reports To: Building Principal or PCELC Director

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have ONE of the following: At least 48 credit hours completed at an institute of higher education; OR, An associate's (or higher) degree; OR, Must be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. (Testing is administered through the School District.)
• Clear background reports through fingerprint submission to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and FBI partially paid for by the employee through payroll deductions.
• One year of professional experience with appropriate age group desired.
• Physical ability to do some lifting, which includes lifting of students for personal hygiene activities.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with staff and administration.
• Ability to be flexible.
• Ability to take initiative during instructional activities.
• Must be willing to be trained in Best Practices and instructional techniques.
• Appreciation and acceptance of diversity.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR/AED Certification.
• Ability to perform all of the job duties listed under "Duties and Responsibilities"

Duties and Responsibilities

Classroom Duties:

• Assist in the instruction of students using lesson plan developed by the Group Leader or General Education Teacher.
• Help prepare classroom materials.
• Create and implement curriculum adaptations in collaboration with the Group Leader or General Education Teachers, according to students' individual education plans.
• Assist the Group Leader or Regular Education Teacher with supplementary work for students.
• Supervise independent Study Reinforce lessons in small and large groups.
• Assist in classroom demonstrations.
• Assist with individualized program materials.
• Assist in observing, recording and charting behaviors.
• Implement behavior management strategies initiated by the Group Leader or Regular Education Teacher.
• Assist with crisis problems and discipline as directed by the Group Leader or Regular Education Teacher.

Program Duties:

• Accompany students to classes.
• Supervise students on playground, lunchroom, study hall and field trips

Evaluation

PCELC, Regular Education Teaching Assistants are evaluated annually by the Building Principal or PCELC Director. Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Policies GDO and GDO-R: Evaluation of Classified/Support Staff.

Terms of Employment

The PCELC, Regular Education Teaching Assistant position is an at-will position. Work Year: August-July 153 days per year, 7.7 hours per day (4-day week). Salary: Initial placement on the Classified Salary Schedule, column S1 is at the discretion of the Superintendent. Salary is an hourly rate based on placement on the schedule. Up to ten (10) years credit for previous experience in a comparable position may be allowed. Benefits: Eligible for PERA Retirement Plan Sick/personal leave days earned at 1 day for every 18 days worked Licensed Emergency Leave Bank Full-time employees are eligible for the District Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance) Free employee access to District indoor swimming pool and workout area

Additional Job Considerations

Necessary travel throughout the District requires the use of a private vehicle and Colorado Driver's License. Work outside of regularly scheduled hours may be required to fulfill job duties and responsibilities. Work may need to be performed in narrow, poorly lighted, confined spaces.

Tobacco-Free, Drug-Free, and Alcohol-Free Schools

Smoking, chewing, or any other use of any tobacco products by staff, students, and members of the public is banned on school property in accordance with Platte Canyon School District Policy KFA. All illicit drugs, controlled substances and alcohol are banned from School District Property in accordance with Platte Canyon School District Policy GBEC. Inquiries concerning these policies should be directed to Business Services.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The Platte Canyon School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or sex in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment). It is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of sex by Title IX (20 U.S.C. 1681) and on the basis of disability by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 (20 U.S.C. 794). Inquiries concerning the application of these laws should be directed to Business Services, District Administration Office, 57393 U.S. Hwy 285, Bailey, CO 80421. View phone number on click.appcast.io.