About Rocky Mountain Prep We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade. But we are so much more than this. The RMP community is filled with staff, students, and stakeholders who are motivated by our pillars of rigor and love, live daily by our PEAK values, and believe deeply in the power and potential of every student we serve. We aspire to be the highest-performing school system in Colorado. We will grow to serve students in many communities who need more seats in schools that provide rigorous and loving college preparatory options. Who We Seek: We seek teachers and staff who are interested in developing students into outstanding human beings in their academic and personal lives by role-modeling our culture of Rigor and Love. Work collaboratively with their teammates and seek feedback, coaching, and mentorship from their admin team and school community. Implement our data-driven curriculum with the tools they've gained from experience while they adapt to the needs of their students. If you are mission-driven, humble in your reflections about your practice, smart in your approach to data, and results-oriented, we'd love to have you apply. During the ******** school year, RMP is driving after five big goals: 85% Staff Retention100% of campuses going green & ECE-2nd grade students growing an average of 1.25 years in math and reading100% of seniors accepted into college40% of 3rd-8th grade students meet their Accelerated Reader millionaire goalRMP meets its network enrollment goalEach member of the organization plays a part in achieving these goals. School-based staff members will work towards 2 or 3 metrics that are aligned to both their individual roles AND the Big 5. These metrics vary by position and are subject to change.
In This Role, You Will... As a Paraprofessional, you will be held accountable for some of these goals.
Role Mission
Paraprofessionals (Paras) at Rocky Mountain Prep help foster a culture of learning by supporting the lead teacher with whole and small-group instruction and day-to-day classroom duties. Our Paras develop meaningful relationships with scholars and families, support the recruitment and enrollment of scholars, and demonstrate a "by any means necessary" work ethic to ensure our scholars are receiving the support they deserve in a safe, rigorous, and loving environment. Paraprofessionals drive student goals by supporting them one-on-one, in groups, or by facilitating small-group activities that help students build their sensory skills, motor skills, life skills, and social-emotional skills.
In this role, you will...Be responsible for assisting students with severe needs in learning to be as independent as possible in everyday living.Instruct small and large groups in academics, sensory skills, art, monetary skills, domestics, and recreationSupervise and support in the classroom, physical education classes, the clinic, lunchroom, playground, and in transit to and from busesMonitor and track required record keeping; monitor behavior; implement behavior plansFeed and supervise eating, including spoon-feeding and tube feeding (depends on the level and scholar need)Carrying out occupational or physical therapy activities as directed; administering assigned medical tasksAssist with daily routines, including supporting students with toileting and other personal care needs, while maintaining a respectful and nurturing environment.Qualifications
Required:Provide evidence of completing high school or a GEDPass a background checkDemonstrate eligibility to work in the United StatesPreferred:Previous experience working with scholars with disabilitiesExperience working with elementary school students and diverse populationsCPI/NCI trainedOur benefits package includes: Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)Disability InsuranceLife InsuranceRetirement through PERAPaid-Time-OffSalary This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $40,000 - $68,800 a year. Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time.
RMP is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We appreciate your interest in Rocky Mountain Prep and look forward to getting to know you!