Special Education Paraprofessional (High School) - Eagle Ridge Academy

Eagle Ridge Academy is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional (High School) for the remainder of the 2024/2025 school year.

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About Eagle Ridge Academy

Eagle Ridge Academy is a college preparatory high school located in Brighton, CO. With our strong focus on student achievement, students are ready to succeed at the college level by the time they graduate from ERA! ERA has one of the highest graduation rates in the Denver Metro area. Our students have the highest SAT and PSAT scores in School District 27J. On top of this, ERA graduates are accepted to 4-year universities at an average of 85%, and 2- or 4-year colleges at a rate of 100%.

What can I expect as an ERA team member?

Staff and faculty of ERA help to guide and support our students through their academic career. You can expect to challenge your students, encourage them to take a chance, expand their horizons, and ensure they reach their full potential while growing into a phenomenal human being. You will be a vital part of helping us to achieve our organization why of fostering an inclusive environment so that students become high-achieving, life-long learners!

What support can will I get as a teacher?

ERA has a dynamic group of staff that are collaborative and supportive. You will receive specialized coaching from our experienced instructional coach as well as mentorship, and job-embedded, specific professional learning to support your individual success. ERA utilizes Teach Like a Champion teaching framework and professional development programs which includes techniques and strategies to increase student engagement, learning, and achievement. We believe these strategies help to foster high-quality teaching and learning, as well as enhance the overall academic performance of students.

Salary:

$18.75/hr (entry level, no experience) to $25.98/hr. No experience cap

What benefits does ERA offer?

We offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, short/long term disability, and AD&D plans (100% employer paid)

• Health savings plan with an annual employer contribution of up to $750.00

• Participation in the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) - click here to learn more!

• Various retirement options including 401k, 403b, 457, and Roth IRA

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care

• AFLAC voluntary benefits to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans

• Professional Liability Coverage through the Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE) - click here to learn more (100% employer paid)

Nature of Work:

A special education paraprofessional will provide support to the classroom teachers to ensure a positive, productive work and classroom environment. Essential functions of this position include providing instructional, resource, behavior management, and clerical support. The position is full-time and will work Thursday through Friday for 36 hours per week.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. At least two years of college

2. Two years of experience in an educational setting

Required Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent

2. The ability to handle many complex tasks simultaneously.

3. The ability and interest to be part of a high-functioning team. (Having respected and trusted colleagues, preferably as teammates, makes the demands of teaching sustainable.)

4. The ability and interest to learn continuously and to adapt to changing circumstances (student characteristics, curriculum, and so on).

5. A belief in empowering all children as owners of their learning.

Additional information about our current benefits pages can be found here. 24/25 benefits packages are under review at this time with minimum to no anticipated increase to employees.

Application Procedure:

Eagle Ridge Academy is actively seeking applications from the most capable and professional candidates. Please complete our online application to be considered for this position. Apply by clicking here.

Non-Discrimination Notice:

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Belle Creek Charter School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment.

Posting Timeline: September 18, 2024, through October 18, 2024, or until filled.