2026-27 Paraprofessional II Special Education-Poudre High School

Poudre School District -CO; Fort Collins (CO); Presencial; USD 28 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Short/Long term disability

Walk-in clinic access

Resumo da oferta

Poudre School District is seeking a Paraprofessional II for Special Education at Poudre High School in Fort Collins, CO. The position supports students with significant needs, including personal care, behavior management, and academic assistance. The role offers 7.5 hours per day, 186 workdays per year, and a pay range of $20.42-$22.87 per hour with competitive benefits.

Starting date is immediate. Applicants must meet citizenship/residency requirements and pass a background check.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsabilidades

• Assist general or special education teachers with instruction and materials.
• Support students with significant needs, including personal care, social skills, and mobility.
• Monitor students in classrooms and common areas; enforce safety procedures and assist during transitions.
• Provide health-related support such as hygiene assistance and feeding under health plans.
• Use assistive technology and communication devices to support student learning.
• Maintain detailed records of behavior and progress; help with IEP-related documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, nurses, and staff to implement plans and crisis responses.
• Assist students in developing self-regulation and daily living skills; promote independence.
• Attend training on de-escalation and behavior management; participate in meetings and professional development.
• Adapt quickly to student needs and cover various settings as required.

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of related experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

2026-27 Paraprofessional II Special Education-Poudre High School
Poudre School District
Poudre High School - FORT COLLINS, Colorado

Job Details
Job ID:5954106
Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description
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Information specific to this position: Multiple positions available. Special Education/Integrated Services.

Pay Range: $20.42-$22.87/hour (min–12% above min 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.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees 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-related reasons. 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.

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

Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Paraprofessional Integrated Services II FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Family: Classified - Instructional Support Pay Range: PT17H
Prepared/Revised Date: August 1, 2026 Job Code: 41625

SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the general classroom or special education teacher by providing instructional and physical support for students with significant support needs so that they may fully participate in class activities with access to the general education curriculum. Assist students with personal care, social skills and/or self-awareness. Assist both the special education and general education teachers with classroom accommodations, materials, clerical skills, and the monitoring of students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Frequency of duties, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

1. Assist the general classroom or special education teacher by implementing instruction, reteaching concepts, and reinforcing learning skills for students with significant support needs. Adapt instructional materials to meet individual learning goals.
2. Implement behavior intervention strategies, de-escalate crises, and support students in managing emotional dysregulation. Respond to aggressive behaviors, self-harm risks, and other escalations with appropriate interventions to ensure student and staff safety.
3. Monitor students in classrooms, hallways, common areas, and during transitions (e.g., lunch, recess, field trips, arrival/dismissal). Enforce safety procedures, provide one-on-one supervision when needed, and assist in crisis situations, including physical interventions when required.
4. Provide hands-on support with hygiene, toileting, feeding (including spoon and tube feeding), catheterization, lifting, transferring, and mobility assistance. Follow individualized health care plans and collaborate with nursing staff for medical needs.
5. Independently accommodate students with significant disabilities, including those with communication, sensory, and cognitive impairments. Use assistive technology, augmentative communication devices, and alternative language techniques as needed.
6. Maintain detailed records on student behavior, interventions, and academic progress. Collect and input Medicaid and other required data, track individualized student goals, and assist with documentation for IEP meetings.
7. Work closely with teachers, mental health providers, case managers, and other staff to implement behavior intervention plans, IEP goals, and crisis response strategies. Participate in problem-solving meetings and adjust support based on student needs.
8. Assist students in developing self-regulation, social interaction, and daily living skills. Encourage selfadvocacy and facilitate structured learning opportunities to promote independence.
9. Attend specialized training, including de-escalation techniques (e.g., CPI), behavior management, and medical delegation training. Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities to enhance job skills.
10. Adjust quickly to student needs and situations, managing unpredictable behavior escalations, and responding to safety concerns. Work with students across multiple settings, including general education, special education, and community-based instruction. May cover schedules for paras pulled away for an urgent student situation.
11. Support school-wide safety protocols, participate in emergency response situations, and take on other responsibilities as required to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

Education and related work experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of related experience
• Experience working with special needs students preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
• If assigned to a Title I school, at least one of the following criteria is required
• completion of at least two years of higher education
• an associate’s (or higher) degree
• successful completion of the WorkKeys assessmentdemonstratinginstructional competency within one year of hire

Licenses, registrations or certifications

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 3 months of hire
• Special Education Paraprofessional Academy classes (5 in first 2 years of hire)

Technical skills, knowledge & abilities

• Oral and written communication skills
• English language skills
• Interpersonal relations skills
• Mathematical skills including basic calculations and application of basic math concepts
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills may be required or preferred
• Ability and desire to work with students with various moderate to severe physical disabilities, emotional disabilities and special needs, including assisting with personal health and hygiene
• Ability to diffuse volatile student situations