2026-27 Paraprofessional II Special Education-Center Based Autism-Johnson Elementary School

Johnson Elementary; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Johnson Elementary in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking a Paraprofessional II to support students in the Center-Based Autism Program. The role is tied to the 2026-27 school year with an open-ended duration and a starting date in October.

The position offers a daily rate within the posted pay range and generous benefits. Workload includes 3.25 hours per day across 186 workdays, with PSD handling salary placement according to the district salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Support the Center-Based Autism Program at Johnson Elementary School.
• Adhere to district policies and provide instructional support as assigned.

Job description

2026-27 Paraprofessional II Special Education-Center Based Autism-Johnson Elementary School

Poudre School District Johnson Elementary - Fort Collins, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5950363
Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 12, 2026

Job Description

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Information specific to this position: This position will support the Center-Based Autism Program at Johnson Elementary School. (Special Education/Integrated Services)

Pay Range: $20.42-$22.87/hour (min–12% above min based on qualifications and experience)*

Hours/day: 3.25

Work calendardays: 186

Duration of position: Ongoing

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

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existingemployees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-relatedreasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description;therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!

If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at [e-mail] . If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

Position Type: See Job Description
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Autism

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2407 LaPorte Avenue
• Fort Collins, Colorado 80521
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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