Affective Needs Paraprofessional at KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy

4 days ago

Denver, Colorado, United States KIPP Colorado Full time
About the Role

The Affective Needs Paraprofessional will play a vital role in supporting students with emotional and behavioral disabilities at KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy. This position requires a strong ability to develop relationships with at-risk students, deescalate students with anger or behavioral issues, and a desire to teach.

About KIPP Colorado

KIPP Colorado is a network of six free college-preparatory public charter schools open to all students. Our 350-person staff educates 2,600 students from ECE to 12th grade. At KIPP Colorado, we partner with our KIPPsters, educators, families, and communities to ensure that we are all united around the goal of a choice-filled future for our KIPPsters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Believe deeply in the mission, values, and Race, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (RIDE) commitments of KIPP Colorado Schools and that all children can and will learn.
  • Assume personal responsibility for student achievement.
  • Read, internalize, and adhere to the KIPP Colorado Policies and Procedures manual and guidelines.
  • Provide an active presence, strategic supervision, and intentional monitoring to ensure student safety and engagement in rigorous learning.
  • Take ownership for the development of your craft.
  • Commit to being prepared.
  • Meet professional obligations.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement.
  • Reflect on professional practices to meet individual professional development goals.
  • Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and department meetings.
  • Actively engage and implement in all school-wide and Org-wide professional development.
  • Serve as a positive, contributing member of a grade team or functional team.
  • Share candid, solutions-oriented feedback with peers and leadership.
  • Assist with student and staff recruitment and engagement.
  • Travel to other KIPP campuses, the Home Office, or other KIPP or PD events.
Daily Work Streams
  • Work flexibly across multiple contexts.
  • Execute daily interventions and accommodations for individual students on caseload.
  • Mentor and foster strong relationships with all students with IEPs and those in the MTSS process.
  • Deescalate students when they are emotionally dysregulated.
  • Assist the school Student Services Team and Leadership Team with students on consulting with behavior.
  • Participate in a daily huddle with the Student Services Team.
  • Print, gather, and organize work for student(s) on caseload.
  • Review data and daily student goals with student(s) on caseload.
  • Collect and enter data for student(s) on caseload.
  • Work one-on-one with student(s) in general education classes or intervention room.
  • Support general education teachers and special education teachers with preparation for mindfulness or social-emotional lessons.
  • Support general education teachers with student/parent school conferences.
About the Skills and Qualifications
  • High school diploma (required).
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred).
  • A full understanding and commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience.
  • Flexibility.
  • Willingness to participate in deescalating students.
  • Desire to work with youth from challenging situations.
  • Experience with care taking or mentoring.
  • Ability to manage data and communication through various Google and Outlook platforms.
  • Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment.
  • Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork.
  • Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one's work.
  • Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful, and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence.
  • High level of detail orientation and sound excellent organizational skills.
  • Strong communication, feedback, and facilitation skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, with the creativity and versatility to work productively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple deadlines and tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines.
  • Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence.
Compensation and Benefits
  • Competitive Market Salary: Starting salary for this role begins at $40,310 and is commensurate with experience.
  • Excellent Healthcare Plan: 100% of employee-only monthly premium paid by KIPP Colorado and options for family enrollment and coverage, through United Healthcare.
  • Time Off: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow your career during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft.
  • Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Technology & Access: Equipment provided: laptop & phone.
  • Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option.
  • Move to Join Us: Relocation reimbursement (when applicable).
  • Additional Pay: Most schools offer various stipend opportunities.
  • Other Insurance Options:

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