PARAPROFESSIONAL, 1:1 SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION, MI-S
About the role
The Secondary MI-S Special Education 1:1 Paraprofessional supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of secondary students with disabilities in various settings.
Responsibilities
- Provides services to one or more individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
- Maintains classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the direction of the supervising teacher.
- Supports daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene.
- Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique.
- Implements student accommodations and modifications as outlined in their individual IEP.
- Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues.
Requirements
- Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training.
- Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain one within the state's required timeframe.
- Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization.
Qualifications
Please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide for details.
Skills
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Benefits
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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 detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
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