2026-27 Paraprofessional Trainer & Support Coach (Behavior Support)-Integrated Services Department

IMDiversity; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 35,459 - 39,716; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

pension plan

Job summary

IMDiversity is seeking a Paraprofessional Trainer & Support Coach to assist students with behavior support needs within the Poudre School District. This full-time role involves guiding IS paraprofessionals, developing training, and fostering student success.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess significant experience working as a paraprofessional. Key benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in education, human services, or related field.
• Three or more years of experience as a paraprofessional in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to paraprofessionals on supporting students with behavior needs.
• Coordinate resources for instructional and health service support.
• Engage in coaching and mentoring for paraprofessionals.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal relations skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Bilingual communication skills preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, or related field

Three or more years of experience as a paraprofessional

Tools

Microsoft Office

Assistive technology devices

Job description

2026-27 Paraprofessional Trainer & Support Coach (Behavior Support)-Integrated Services Department
Poudre School District
Integrated Services - Fort Collins, Colorado

Job Details

• Job ID: 5779744
• Starting Date: Aug 14, 2026

Information Specific to This Position

• Pay Range: $25.74-$28.83/hour, based on qualifications and experience*
• Hours per day: 8
• 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, as well as other optional benefit elections.

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Paraprofessional Trainer & Support Coach (Behavior Support)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Family: Instructional Support Pay Range: PT27H

Prepared/Revised Date: May 27, 2025

Job Code: 41655

SUMMARY

Responsible for serving as a resource to Integrated Services (IS) paraprofessionals working with students with behavior support needs by providing guidance and strategies that lead to student and staff success in all Integrated Services programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Under direction from Behavioral Coaches, Assistant Directors, and/or Case Managers, provide demonstration and guidance to IS paraprofessionals through modeling and/or shadowing of interventions. Provide feedback to IS paraprofessionals on implementation of strategies and interventions such as supporting inclusive practices in the general education environment, implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills, adapting curriculum to individual student needs, monitoring and enforcing acceptable social skills, implementing daily and long-range lessons and activities to meet Individual Education Plans (IEP), behavior plans, and/or health care plans. Assist with implementing specialized occupational therapy and physical therapy programs and activities.
2. Provide feedback to IS paraprofessionals on their implementation of daily living supports such as assisting students with personal care, social skills and/or self-awareness, transitions, restrooms, lunchrooms, etc., including for those assisting students with fostering independence with personal health and hygiene. Use alternative language techniques such as sign language or assistive technology devices and adapt classroom materials for use by a student with a hearing or vision disability as needed.
3. Engage in activities that promote communication and understanding between the case managers and IS paraprofessionals. Coach and mentor current IS paraprofessionals who may need additional support related to student needs and case manager partnership.
4. Promote a positive climate within the team and school by responding to questions and concerns promptly.
5. Coordinate and access available resources to assist IS paraprofessionals in improving the delivery of instructional, behavioral, and health service support to students, including updating resources to the IS website.
6. Travel between multiple sites daily to support where needed.
7. Support orientation and onboarding of new IS paraprofessionals and other classified staff.
8. Provide modeling, strategies, and feedback to the school based IS paraprofessionals in assisting teacher in preparing materials, documenting Medicaid billing, and maintaining data collection systems.
9. Assist with developing, planning, and facilitating professional development for classified staff working collaboratively with the Departments of Student Services, Integrated Services, Teaching and Learning, and Curriculum. Support the Classified Academy and completion of assigned learning plans.
10. Attend appropriate trainings as well as Integrated Services and district meetings.
11. Assist supervisors and/or administration with special projects.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, or related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Three or more years of experience as a paraprofessional in PSD or another school district.
• Experience co-planning or co-delivering professional development.
• Experience advocating for and addressing the needs of paraprofessionals.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Oral and written communication skills.
• English language skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Interpersonal relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism and confidentiality with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies, administrative guidelines and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and/or other department software packages.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with standard office equipment such as telephones, copier, fax machine, e‑mail, etc.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE

• Reports to: Behavior Intervention Coach.
• Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom, getting on and off the bus, and on recess.