PARAPROFESSIONAL, 1:1 SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION - AFFECTIVE NEEDS, 7TH GRADE

About the role

Serves the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of secondary students with disabilities in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Supports academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs as outlined in Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Maintains classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the direction of the supervising teacher.
• Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene.
• Performs medically invasive procedures like tube feeding and catheterization following universal precautions and as trained.
• Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Enforces and implements behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
• Applies student accommodations and modifications as outlined in their IEPs.
• Collects data on students' IEP goals under the supervision of a special education teacher.
• Communicates with students and parents regarding routine educational issues.

Requirements

• Must pass District-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training annually.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within the required timeframe for new residents.
• Must complete specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization, as needed.

Qualifications

Refer to the paraprofessional qualifications guide for details. Must also meet the physical demands of the position and live in Colorado while employed by DPS.

Skills

Ability to work collaboratively, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Benefits

Includes time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more details, visit the New Employee Resources page.

Pay

New hires will be set at $22.824 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.824 to $27.275 per hour. For the 2026–2027 school year, salaries are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. Additional information can be found on the DPS website.

Schedule

Details on the work schedule are not specified in the job description.