6th Grade Independence Support Paraeducator

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Jeffco Public Schools, Wayne Carle Middle School, is seeking a Para Educator for an Independence Support assignment in a 6th grade SSN classroom. The role requires assisting with instructional and behavioral needs for a single student and supporting the special education teacher with IEP implementations.

The position is 0.81250 FTE (6.5 hours/day, 178 days/year) with a starting date of 08/19/2026. Training and confidentiality are emphasized, with medications administered under policy and nurse

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a K-12 setting preferred but not required.
• CPI/CPR/First Aid certificates recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and behavioral support for a single student.
• Assist the special education teacher with the implementation of IEPs.
• Administer medications per district policy under nurse supervision.
• Support lunch, recess, and bus duties as assigned.
• Attend trainings and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Disability support

Education

High school diploma/GED

CPI/CPR/First Aid certificates recommended

1 year related K-12 experience preferred

Job description

Jeffco Public Schools, Wayne Carle Middle School, is seeking a Para Educator for an Independence Support assignment in a 6th grade SSN classroom. The role requires assisting with instructional and behavioral needs for a single student and supporting the special education teacher with IEP implementations.

The position is 0.81250 FTE (6.5 hours/day, 178 days/year) with a starting date of 08/19/2026. Training and confidentiality are emphasized, with medications administered under policy and nurse