2026-27 Paraprofessional Early Childhood Special Education-Eyestone Elementary School

Poudre School District; Wellington (CO); On-site; USD 27,579 - 30,885; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Short and long term disability

Walk-in clinic

Optional benefit elections

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional to assist Early Childhood students with instruction and physical support to enable full participation in class activities. Responsibilities include aiding in personal care, social skills, and self-awareness, plus supporting materials and clerical tasks for the classroom.

Experience working in a school setting is preferred; an associate degree is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum Level II in the Professional Development Information System (PDIS) of Colorado Shines.
• One year of related experience; experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in individualizing instruction and reinforcing learning in small groups.
• Support students with personal care, social skills, or self-awareness; assist with transitions within the building.
• Assist with assessment data collection and documentation; maintain student records and program paperwork.
• Communicate daily progress with parents or staff when requested.
• Participate inIntegrated Services and Early Childhood professional growth opportunities.

Skills

Instructional support

Personal care assistance

AAC usage

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Colorado Shines Level II PDIS

Tools

Colorado Shines PDIS

CPR/First Aid resources

Job description

Please Note

This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on July 31, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days.

Information specific to this position: Special Education/Integrated Services

• Pay Range: $20.02-$22.42 (min--12% above min)/hour, based on qualifications and experience***

Hours/day: 7.5

Work calendar days: 186

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting Early Childhood students by providing instruction and physical support for students with mild to significant support needs so that they may fully participate in class activities. Assist students with personal care, social skills and/or self-awareness. Assist teacher with classroom materials and clerical skills and monitor students.

JOB TASKS

• Assist the classroom teacher in individualizing the instruction for children by adapting materials for a varying range of individual students' needs and reinforcing learning skills in individual or small groups. Assist in the planning and implementation of the classroom procedures and routines and monitor and reinforce acceptable social and physical behavior. Support students with accessing the general education curriculum, and/or providing modifications to the classroom environment which may include AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) devices. Provide conditions for a positive, caring, safe, and patient learning environment. Assist with implementing specialized services for students as outlined on IEPs.
• Assist students with personal care, social skills, or self-awareness skills. Support transitions to and from bus stops, to the bathroom, and movement within the building. Assist students with personal health, hygiene and meals or feedings. May include spoon feeding, tube feeding, toileting, catheterization, and diapering. Lift, transfer or push students in wheelchairs. Use alternative language techniques such as sign language or voice activated computer systems and adapt classroom materials for use by students.
• Support the classroom teacher in the assessment data collection of the strengths and needs of children three times a year and informally through the development of anecdotes, portfolios, and the use of classroom assessments on an ongoing basis.
• Support the classroom teacher in maintaining required student records, school, and program paperwork.
• Select and use behavioral techniques and methods appropriate to the student's circumstances. Utilize a positive behavior model in monitoring behavior.
• Work with children one-on-one, in small group, large group, circle, and outdoor time. Provide opportunities for students to assume responsibility and develop independence.
• Support the teacher in communicating the child's daily progress with parents or other staff who work with the child, if requested by the teacher.
• Participate in Integrated Services and Early Childhood professional growth opportunities, and meetings that are required for special education paraprofessionals and childcare licensing certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of Level II in the Professional Development Informatio System (PDIS) of Colorado Shines
• One year of related experience
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
• Criminal background check required for hire
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 3 months of hire
• CPR and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire