DeSmet School is built upon the partnership of parents, staff and students. We will work as a team to achieve to build the foundation for Character, Community, Knowledge, Leadership and Pride. These are the things that we dream and strive for; for it is teamwork, which builds the foundation for these dreams to become a reality.
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Specialized Paraprofessional
Reports To:
Building AdministratorEssential Functions
Performance Responsibilities (aligned to “MT Paraprofessional Standards”) Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Assists the certified staff in devising special strategies for reinforcing learning materials and skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities. Monitors work, corrects papers, and supervises curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned by the certified staff. Serves as the chief source of information and help to any guest teacher assigned in the absence of the regular certified staff. Performs clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties as assigned by the certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problem or special information about an individual student. Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips. Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties such as snack time, toileting, and clothing routines. Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and community. Participates in in-service training programs as approved. Maintains a safe working environment and encourages colleagues to be safety minded in the performance of all school-related duties. Performs other such duties/assignments as directed. Assists as directed by certified staff in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting as determined by the IEP and Title I teams. Effectively collects and maintains evidence of meeting “Montana Paraprofessional Standards”. (Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned)Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.
High school diploma or GED minimum. Aptitude for the work to be performed. Interest in children and education. Desire to assist students with special needs in a learning environment. Emotion maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board find appropriate and acceptable.Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or GED minimum.Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
The employee works around others, working with students, staff and the public. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside with assigned duties for outside activities. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be met to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand; twist at neck, bend at waist, reach; travel from building to other sites. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments. The employee may be required to lift or move up to 25 pounds.Mental / Motor Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and must maintain attentiveness intensity. The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description 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. For those classified employees employed under a written contract for a specified term, nothing contained in this job description shall create a property right beyond the specified duration of the employment contract.Compensation:
Starting at 15.00 an hour plus benefitsThe Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Technician
Reports To:
Building AdministratorEssential Functions
Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and waxes floors. Vacuums rugs and carpets. Dust and/or clean window sills, equipment, student lockers, and library tables. Cleans restrooms, replenishes supplies, and fills dispensers. Picks up trash and litter and empties and cleans trash and garbage receptacles. Cleans chalkboards/whiteboards and trays. Washes windows, walls, sinks, and fountains. Maintains areas adjacent to buildings in clean, safe, and sanitary condition. Arranges furniture and equipment for special activities. Secures buildings at end of shift. Does emergency cleanup resulting from vandalism, breakage, spillage, or illness. Stacks, assembles, and stores furniture, equipment, and supplies. Orders, receives, stores, and distributes supplies. Performs routine maintenance duties with the use of tools provided by the District. Observes and reports need for repairs and makes minor repairs when possible. May prepare and paint interior and exterior walls. Cleans, repairs, and services all equipment used in grounds maintenance such as mowers, tractors, snow plows, and a variety of hand/power tools. Waters grounds and plants as needed with hand line, hose and sprinklers, and whatever other methods needed to keep grounds healthy. Trims lawns, trees, bushes, hedges, and shrubs using hand tools or motorized vehicles. Applies or arranges to be applied: herbicide and pesticide chemicals to grounds, trees, bushes, shrubs, and lawns in order to control plant diseases and insects. Removes snow from sidewalks and parking lots, and spreads de-icer on sidewalks and parking lots during icy conditions. Responsible for reporting unruly student activities, loitering, vandalism, or similar situations. Acts as the Asbestos Designee for the District. Performs related work as assigned. Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.
No experience required, but some previous custodial or janitorial work is desirable; high school diploma or equivalent; or any combination of training and experience likely to provide the desired knowledge and abilities. Good physical condition and fitness. Able to lift 50 pounds. Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning various types of surfaces and furniture. Knowledge of basic safety practices related to custodial work. Perform heavy physical labor. Work effectively without close supervision. Operate specialized cleaning and maintenance tools and equipment. Understand and follow a work schedule. Keep basic work records and make reports. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to handle stressful situations. Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.Education and/or Experience
EQUIPMENT USED Cleaning and maintenance tools and equipment, including but not limited to vacuum, floor polishers, floor strippers, miscellaneous scrubbing equipment.Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside and outside. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be noisy, depending upon the task at hand.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be met to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, travel from one building to another, push heavy equipment, twist at neck and waist, reach, and kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. May be required to lift and/or carry 50 pounds or more.