Autism Center Paraprofessional II – Special Education Support

Poudre School District; Wellington (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Poudre School District in Wellington, CO, is seeking a paraeducator to support the Center-Based Autism Program at Wellington Middle-High School. The position provides instructional and physical support to students with significant needs, enabling access to the general education curriculum.

Responsibilities include implementing instruction, behavior support, safety procedures, and assisting with personal care, feeding, mobility, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Assist students with significant support needs and access to general education
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and safety procedures
• Maintain records and input Medicaid data and IEP documentation

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instruction and material adaptation
• Support students in personal care, feeding, mobility, and self-care
• Monitor student behavior and ensure safety in classrooms and transitions
• Collaborate with staff and nursing for health needs and IEP goals
• Attend trainings and participate in staff meetings

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior management

Crisis de-escalation

Assistive technology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher

WorkKeys assessment eligibility

Job description

Poudre School District in Wellington, CO, is seeking a paraeducator to support the Center-Based Autism Program at Wellington Middle-High School. The position provides instructional and physical support to students with significant needs, enabling access to the general education curriculum.

Responsibilities include implementing instruction, behavior support, safety procedures, and assisting with personal care, feeding, mobility, and documentation.