Spur, a digital staffing agency, seeks a hard-working and punctual Licensed Practical Nurse/Paraprofessional in Sheffield City Schools.

The ideal candidate will be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment, adhering to the rules and guidelines set by the school and Spur. The primary responsibilities of this position are working alongside teachers and staff in their day-to-day activities with special needs students. Candidates must represent the school and program positively and professionally. Candidates must wear business casual clothing. There are reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Duties expected of this position are:

• Must have experience working with children, individually or in a group setting.
• Follow a medical plan.
• Physical management might be necessary. Must be trained and annually update CPI certification.
• Physical ability to lift, push and pull 65 pounds regularly.
• Assist in the bathroom for students.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, staff members, parents and community.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, staff members, parents and the community.
• Experience as a teacher paraprofessional in a special education classroom, daycare training program, or advanced training in a community college or degree-granting institution whose special education instruction and training program has been approved by the state.
• Must be able to assist with basic grade school-level classwork.
• Prior knowledge of an IEP is favorable.
• May be expected to escort or walk students to different activities within the school.
• Be able to adapt to different and changing behaviors.
• Provide services to students with disabilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practitioner Nurse
• Must be able to obtain a State of Alabama Background Check ($48.00)
• Must be able to complete MCS Training (Training offered at no cost by Spur Training Manager)
• Required Online Training
• Must have at least one year of experience working with children with special needs

Compensation

• This position pays $19.45 - $19.64 per hour based on your experience.
• Job Hours: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday when school is in session. (Hours vary per location)

Hiring Process

• Accept Job Offer
• Complete New Worker Profile in Spur App
• Background check and online training
• Start working on your assignment

Perks and Benefits of Working with Spur

• What is Spur? How does it work?
• Get paid weekly on Friday via direct deposit, or Spur provides a pay card
• Gain unlimited access to free online training opportunities
• Health Insurance options available for all Spur workers
• Access free telehealth, teletherapy, prescription discounts, and more once you start working (no insurance required)!