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State of Colorado PARAPROFESSIONAL - TEMPORARY AIDE (working with Students who are Blind/VI) in Colorado Springs, Colorado
PARAPROFESSIONAL - TEMPORARY AIDE (working with Students who are Blind/VI)
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PARAPROFESSIONAL - TEMPORARY AIDE (working with Students who are Blind/VI)
Salary
$17.50 Hourly
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type
Temporary Full Time (9 mos or less)
Job Number
DBA-CSDB-Temp-2022
Department
Department of Education
Division
Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
Opening Date
04/13/2022
FLSA
Determined by Position
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Type of Announcement
This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Primary Physical Work Address
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB); 33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department Contact Information
Traci K. Monger: Phone#: (719) 578-2115; E-mail: tmonger@csdb.org; CSDB Website: http://www.csdb.org
Description
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Department Information
csdb.colorado.gov
Vision Statement: CSDB aspires to be an exemplary global resource for families and professionals that excels in preparing diverse learners to transform the world with PRIDE: Positive attitude, Respect, Independence, Determination, and Excellence.
Mission Statement: The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), in collaboration with families, school districts and community partners, ... educates and inspires learners throughout the state, birth through age 21, to achieve their full human potential through comprehensive, individualized academic, transition, residential and outreach programs and resources
Description of Job
1:1 Temporary Aides are assigned to work with one assigned student with additional disabilities in the classroom, and other learning environments, on a daily basis.
This position will be assigned to work in the School for the Blind
In the classroom and other learning environments, 1:1 Temporary Aides are responsible to provide support to the assigned student under the direction of the teaching staff by assisting in classroom instruction through implementation of lesson plans, use of effective teaching strategies, the use of teaching aides, and working with the student in a 1:1 assignment (based upon Individual Education Program goals and objectives), and to manage behavior (may include aggressive and non-compliant behavior) in consultation with teachers and mental health staff (as needed), in order to maintain a safe and supportive environment. In addition, 1:1 Temporary Aides support the student in their daily routine, complete classroom and behavior/data reports and plans (as needed), assist the student in transitioning around campus, to include to and from parent drop-off and pick-up/ bus loop, assist the student in toileting (as needed), and assist the student in feeding (as needed), participate in school and department team meetings, and participate in professional development and trainings as required.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Successful experience working with children or youth required.
Prefer experience with Deaf / Hard-of-Hearing (HOH) children and / or with Blind / Visually Impaired children in an educational environment.
To work with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, proficiency in American Sign Language at the Intermediate (2) level is required.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Applicants must be willing and able to: work with children who have emotional problems and who might pose a physical threat (with appropriate training).
Requires medium lifting: i.e., the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (lift and/or transfer children weighing up to 50 pounds), and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move persons or objects. This position also requires walking and/or standing for 6-8 hours during a work shift
Possession of a current, valid State of Colorado Driver's License (Regular), if assigned to transport students --please provide a copy with application.
Must successfully complete annual Colorado Department of Education Transportation / driver training requirements if assigned to transport students.
Direct deposit of paycheck is required.
CSDB is a non-smoking facility in its entirety.
Selected applicants must comply with the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and other policies.
As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his / her legal right to be employed in the United States.
Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background check, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional / personal reference checks.
Effective September 20, 2021, employees are required to attest to and verify that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Employees who have not been fully vaccinated may be required to submit to serial testing in the future. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their status with proof of vaccination. Vaccinated employees must provide proof of vaccination.
Note: Fully Vaccinated means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the Covid-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine, as defined by the most recent State of Colorado's Public Health Order and current guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
A courteous, professional and helpful attitude in the role of CSDB representative.
Ability to respond effectively and positively to feedback; ability to participate effectively in a team setting and to work independently; strong interpersonal and communication skills; effective organizational skills; effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with students who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing, Blind/Visually Impaired and/or Deafblind and who may have additional disabilities / special needs.
Knowledge of and ability to assess and apply technology to perform the requirements of the position; ability to effectively utilize a variety of computer software applications, which may include but is not limited to e-mail, Internet, word processing, electronic calendar, presentation development, spreadsheet, database, etc.; willingness to stay current and develop skills as needed with or without direct support from CSDB.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This Paraprofessional-Temporary position will work full-time with a student during the school year, as needed.
As a temporary employee, Temporary Aides pay state, federal and local (if applicable) taxes, Medicare tax, and contribute to the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). They also receive Workers' Compensation coverage. A temporary employee does not receive health/dental/life insurance benefits and does not receive annual/holiday pay. Temporary employees are called to work on an as-needed basis; there are no set hours or guarantee of hours.
Supplemental Information
How To Apply:
In addition to the submission of a complete on-line application (to include references), please upload the items listed below to the on-line application:
Current Resume
Recent letters of recommendation (with signature).
A copy of current, valid State of Colorado Drivers' License must be submitted with application.
If applicable, transcripts must be provided with the application to verify education.
The State of Colorado believes thatequity, diversity, and inclusiondrive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Traci K. Monger / Human Resources Manager, at email: tmonger@csdb.org or call (719) 578-2114.
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As a condition of employment, selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background check, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional / personal reference checks. Employment verification and reference checks may be conducted without applicant authorization. Are you willing to submit to a background check as described, as a condition of employment?
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Are you a current or former Independent Contractor with the State of Colorado at any state agency? (you would have received a 1099 form rather than a W-2 form for your taxes)
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No
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Please describe in detail your experience working with children or youth. Please include any experience you have had working with children or youth who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind.
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