October 28, 2024

Poudre School District

Fort Collins

FULL TIME

2024-25 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12- Art/ Technology- Timnath Middle/High School

Responsible for assisting the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and/or reinforcing learning skills in one-
on-one, small, and/or large student groups. Assist with preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance,
completing paperwork, maintaining files, documenting student achievement, and/or monitoring students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of duties, percent
of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

Description of Job Tasks Frequency % of Time
Daily = D On an annual
Weekly = W basis, e.g. 10 Monthly = M hours of a 40
Quarterly = Q hour work week = 10/40
Annually = A = 25%
1. Assist the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in D 65%
one-on-one, small, and/or large student groups. Implement and support the teacher’s
instruction plan.
2. Assist teacher in preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking D 10%
attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, and/or documenting student
achievement.
3. Monitor students in classroom and during breaks, lunch, recess, time outs, on field trips, D 20%
getting on and off the bus, etc. Reinforce school-wide discipline procedures.
4. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. D 1%
5. Assist teacher and/or administration with special projects. W 1%
6. Attend appropriate in-services, building meetings, training, IEP meetings, parent conferences, M 1%
and/or school functions.
7. Administer state testing (TCAP) in small groups. A 1%
8. Perform other duties as assigned. Ongoing 1%
TOTAL = 100%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
One year of related experience
Experience working with students in a school setting preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

Criminal background check required for hire

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

Oral and written communication skills
English language skills
Interpersonal relations skills
Mathematical skills including basic calculations and application of basic math concepts
Personal computer and keyboarding skills

2407 La Porte Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80521 • phone: (970) 490-3488
web: www.psdschools.org

Bilingual oral and written communication skills may be required or preferred
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow

instructions, and respond to management direction

Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job
Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures
Ability to participate and work in a team environment
Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and

educational backgrounds

Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate

safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Basic operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, peripherals and media equipment
Basic operating knowledge of and experience with office software
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES
Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom, getting on and off the bus, on recess, on

field trips, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental
functions described below 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.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand x
Walk x
Sit x
Use hands to finger, handle or feel x
Reach with hands and arms x
Climb or balance x
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl x
Talk x
Hear x
Taste x
Smell x

WEIGHT and FORCE DEMANDS: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds x
Up to 25 pounds x
Up to 50 pounds x
Up to 100 pounds x
More than 100 pounds x

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MENTAL FUNCTIONS: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Compare x
Analyze x
Communicate x
Copy x
Coordinate x
Instruct x
Compute x
Synthesize x
Evaluate x
Interpersonal Skills x
Compile x
Negotiate x

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) x
Work near moving mechanical parts x
Work in high, precarious places x
Fumes or airborne particles x
Toxic or caustic chemicals x
Outdoor weather conditions x
Extreme cold (non-weather) x
Extreme heat (non-weather) x
Risk of electrical shock x
Work with explosives x
Risk of radiation x
Vibration x

VISION DEMANDS: Required
No special vision requirements.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) x
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) x
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision x
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus x

NOISE LEVEL: Exposure Level
Very quiet
Quiet
Moderate x
Loud
Very Loud

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