Position: Paraprofessional- PAID YEAR ROUND
Schedule: 8 am-4 pm, M-F. This position is a full calendar year.
Starting Salary Range: * $20.00/hr-$24.00/hr
The stated starting salary pay range for this position is meant to reflect a range of where a typical entry level candidate would start and is not meant to be all inclusive. Additional education and experience may result in a starting pay outside of the stated range.
If you genuinely care about providing youth and/or adults with a sense of direction and hope, then you’ll get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of youth and/or adults, but the community as a whole. Laradon staff work extremely hard and are challenged every day, but they play a key role in supporting the well-being of the individuals that we serve.
As a Paraprofessional you will be a valuable asset to Laradon’s mission by s upporting students (max 3:1 ratio) in achieving their maximum potential by working with the Special Education Teacher to meet Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals, increase educationally acceptable behaviors and create a safe, positive learning environment.
No day is ever alike but you can generally look forward to the following responsibilities:
Implement, track and record IEP goals, behavior support plans, crisis intervention techniques and any other skill areas needing improvement.
Implement behavior support plans, crisis intervention techniques, and proactive/preventative techniques including physical management and positive reinforcement.
Provide supervision while actively engaging students.
Manage crisis according to established policies/procedures/guidelines.
Effectively communicate, collaborate and coordinate with team members.
Complete documentation according to procedures.
Maintain respect, dignity and confidentiality of students, staff and parents.
Maintain clean environment and be a positive role model to others.
Drive participants as necessary for program needs.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
As Laradon is a small employer and employees work in a collaborative, team environment, employee must be physically present in the office to perform the different job functions.
Other duties as assigned.
We proudly support our employees by providing the following benefits for this position:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/FSA
Voluntary Life Insurance
Company Paid Short Term Disability
401(k) + 4% Match
Personal Days, Paid Sick and Safe Time, Wellness Day, and 9 Weeks Paid Breaks/Holidays
Bilingual Pay Differential
Wellness Reimbursement - $100 per calendar year
Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Development, job growth, and internal training opportunities
The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated
CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employees
We believe in providing continuing education and development opportunities for our employees. To start you off right in your position, we’ll make sure you are trained in the following:
All trainings deemed mandatory by Laradoon
Orientation
Mandatory Reporting
Incident Reporting
First Aid/CPR
Safety Care
Defensive Driving
Person Centered Training
Trauma Informed Care
MANE/IR
Job Shadowing
We ask that you bring the following assets to our workplace:
High School Diploma required. One or more years’ experience working with children with developmental disabilities and/or emotional/behavioral disorders in an educational or instructional setting, preferred.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Ability to demonstrate patience, flexibility, strong communication skills and positive attitude.
Valid drivers license and a good driving record, preferred.
Ability to be a Qualified Medication Administration Person, preferred.
Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; stamina to be on feet and active for full work days. Must frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to successfully pass Safety Care training and preemployment physical examination.
Our commitment to you once you get here:
Laradon is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our DEIB policy supports and strengthens Laradon’s mission of promoting advocacy, community access and independence for the individuals we serve and celebrating the unique differences and abilities of our employees.
To provide culturally responsive services to individuals, students, guests, and staff/employees, our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, veteran status, religion, citizenship, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel a sense of belonging and value. Laradon respects, embraces, and celebrates the individuality every person brings to our workplace and community.
Our Values:
Inclusion | Compassion | Advocacy | Respect | Empowerment
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