Recess Paraprofessional (Please Apply Directly With Aspen View Academy - DO NOT Apply Online With Dcsd)

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Job Posting Title:

Recess Paraprofessional (Please apply directly with Aspen View Academy - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Job Description:

RECESS PARAPROFESSIONAL

Job Title: Recess Paraprofessional Agreement Days: 25/26 school days

Reports To: Assistant Principals Starting Salary: $18.24 per hour

Part Time working either 2, 3, or 5 days per week with the hours of 10:00-1:45

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

The Recess Paraprofessional will support the safety and well-being of students during recess and outdoor activities. This role involves supervising students, providing positive guidance, ensuring appropriate behavior, and assisting with any physical or emotional needs that may arise during the school day in accordance with AVA policy and procedures.

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Specific Capabilities:

1. Supervise students during outdoor recess, lunchtime, and other break periods to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.

2. Maintain a safe environment by monitoring students at all times, including in play areas and when transitioning between activities.

3. Ensure that students follow school rules, interact respectfully, and resolve conflicts in a positive manner.

4. Ensure that playground and outdoor equipment is safe for student use and report any maintenance issues to the appropriate staff.

5. Respond appropriately in case of accidents, injuries, or emergencies, following established school protocols.

6. Provide positive reinforcement for appropriate behavior and address minor behavioral issues with fairness and consistency.

Professionalism:

1. Contributes positively toward the accomplishment of program goals

2. Demonstrates knowledge of AVA policies and school procedures

3. Maintains confidentiality and integrity

4. Observes designated work hours

5. Follows the staff handbook guidelines

6. Displays a positive attitude

General

1. Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner

2. Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations or procedures that may be established by AVA administration or Governing Board

3. Provide an environment that promotes AVA's character education including Capturing Kids Hearts

4. Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience desirable, but not necessary

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION

• High School Degree

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

• Flexible
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Work effectively with staff
• Meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
• Maintains a positive attitude
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude when working with students of varying ages and needs.
• Ability to stay calm and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Observes all AVA policies and procedures

SUMMARY

All employees of AVA work together to fulfill the AVA mission and vision statements. The thoughts reflected in this job description provide structure to the responsibilities and accountabilities for this position. AVA expects to employ professionals who will work beyond job descriptions, creating both a fulfilling school environment and positive outcomes for students.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policy and expectation documents, staff agreements, evaluation requirements, curriculum/materials, and student assessment documents. Ability to effectively document office observations, analyze data to improve office and health room practices and correspond with staff from all levels.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Physical activity is required, including walking, standing, and occasional bending or lifting. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work is performed outdoors, regardless of weather conditions, so candidates must be comfortable in all types of weather

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. The hours may be long when specific needs arise, thus some extended

schedules will be necessary. This is a position that must attend the needs of staff, administrators, governing board and parents. AVA is a dynamic school subject to changing work environments and adaptability to change is essential.

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM

I have received a copy of the job description for my position:

Position: ____

Date: ___

I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined.

I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of Aspen View Academy without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor.

I further understand that future performance evaluations and merit increases to my pay are based on my ability to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description to the satisfaction of my immediate supervisor.

______

Employee Signature Date

Printed Name

To apply, applicants should email their resume and cover letter to employment@aspenviewacademy.org

Responsibilities:

• Health, Mobility, & Safety:
• Assist with student positioning, transferring (e.g., from wheelchair to stander, floor to chair), and mobility using specialized equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, standers).
• Monitor and provide delegated health care procedures, which may include seizure monitoring, administration of emergency medication (e.g., Diastat, Epipen), or basic first aid, following all required training and protocols.
• Maintain a safe and clean learning environment, including cleaning/sanitizing equipment and materials used for personal care and instruction.
• Closely supervise students during transitions, outdoor activities, and during mealtimes to ensure safety and prevent injury.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

• Functional & Life Skills Support:
• Support the implementation of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals in collaboration with the Special Education Teacher, including academics, functional skills, communication, social skills, and vocational training.
• Provide support to students with Significant Support Needs (SSN) across settings, including general education environments, by ensuring access to accommodations, reinforcing academic instruction, and implementing behavior management strategies, regardless of EEO status
• Support students with daily living and functional skills, including but not limited to, dressing, feeding (including G-tube feeding as trained and delegated), toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene.
• Aid students in using various communication methods, including sign language, picture exchange systems (PECS), and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.

Certifications:

Education:

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills:

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for implementing IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols with high fidelity, Strong commitment to student dignity, safety, and promoting the maximum level of independence for all students, Willingness and ability to assist students with personal care, toileting, and mobility, including lifting and transferring (with appropriate training and assistance)

Position Type:

Charter School

Primary Location:

Aspen View Academy Charter School

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

40

FTE:

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

185 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$19.84 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate:

$25.20 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range:

$19.84 USD - $30.55 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans:

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

August 23, 2026