PARAPROFESSIONAL, TUTOR

Reinforces and provides tutoring for students who fail or have difficulty comprehending the material of designated curricula (e.g., reading, writing, science, social studies, mathematics) presented by the teacher.

About the role

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation.

Responsibilities

• Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, general office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities as directed
• Prepares and sets-up educational materials
• Assists and supports the development of lesson plans and provides feedback to teacher(s)/supervisor(s) on individual students
• Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods
• Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers
• Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine issues in their native language
• Supervises and monitors students at assigned site and reinforces positive student behaviors and student related administration policies and rules
• Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff
• Maintains the confidentiality of student information
• Completes training programs and attends meetings as required

Requirements

• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position

To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.

Pay

New hires will be set at $22.125 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.125 to $26.528 per hour. 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.

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as:

• Time off
• Health and wellness benefits (English Version or Spanish Version)
• PERA Retirement

For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.

This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.