SPED Paraprofessional

SPED Paraprofessional � 179-Day Calendar Weld County School District Re-8 Salary Information Hourly Rate: $18.78 � $33.92 per hour, based on the current Classified Salary Schedule and depending on education and experience. This is a 9-month position with a 179-day calendar. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package. Pay is distributed in 12 equal monthly payments.

Position Summary

The SPED Paraprofessional supports students with special needs by assisting in the delivery of instructional and behavioral support services under the direction of licensed staff. This position helps ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment while promoting student independence and academic growth.

Qualifications

for the Position Minimum of an Associate's degree or the equivalent of two years of college required, or a passing score on the Work. Keys assessment Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Experience working in an elementary school setting preferred Experience assisting students with reading, writing, math, and other academic areas preferred Ability to supervise students in classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, and school grounds Ability to support instruction by tutoring, reinforcing learning, and supervising independent and group work under the direction of licensed staff Ability to perform clerical tasks and assist with communication between home and school Ability to respond to minor emergencies and provide basic first aid as needed Strong teamwork and collaboration skills Ability to perform additional duties as assigned by the administration Application Process Please submit an online application at www.

weld8.org along with: A letter of interest A current resume outlining qualifications and relevant experience All applicants must apply online. Closing Date Open until filled. Conditions of Employment 9-month position, 7.5 hours per day, following a 179-day calendar Pay distributed in 12 equal monthly payments All employment contracts are subject to approval by the Board of Education The District maintains a smoke-free environment in all buildings The selected candidate must comply with the District's Drug-Free Workplace policy In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected candidate must verify authorization to work in the United States within 72 hours of employment An equal opportunity affirmative action employer The Weld Re-8 School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities.

A lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Coordinator- Brian Childress; Chief Operations Officer,200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621, 1-303-857-3301, childressb@weld8.

org ; Title IX Coordinator: Stephanie Mc. Clary; Human Resource Manager,200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621,1-303-857-3217, smcclary@weld8.org . El Distrito Escolar Weld Re-8 no discrimina por azones de raza, color, origen de nacionalidad, sexo o discpacidad en sus programas o actividades. Una falta de cualidades en ingl�s no ser�n un obst�culo para la admisi�n o participaci�n.

Las siguientes personas han sido designadas para responder a preguntas sobre p�lizas de no disrminicaci�n: Coordinador de Cumplimiento: Brian Childress, Director de Operaciones, 200 S. Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621, 1-303-857-3301, childressb@weld8.org , Coordinadora de T�tulo IX: Stephanie Mc. Clary, Gerente de Recursos Humanos, 200 S.

Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, Colorado, 80621, 1-303-857-3217, smcclary@weld8.org .