Autism Support Specialist - Paraprofessional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Bus supervision

Job summary

Englewood Public School District is seeking a paraprofessional to support teachers in addressing student behavior, instructional needs, and health requirements. The role may involve bus supervision and assisting with data collection and feedback to teachers.

The position emphasizes creating a positive, structured learning environment, following district policies, and maintaining strong communication with staff and families. Benefits eligible; starting hourly rate posted in salary section.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Bilingual preferred; English fluency determined by interview.

Responsibilities

• Comply with district policies and Medicaid documentation.
• Monitor and assist students in daily routines across classroom activities and/or settings.
• Assist in collecting data for behavioral or academic progress.
• Initiate and follow through with behavioral interventions as designated and demonstrated by the classroom teacher.
• Communicate with all team members regarding student progress and concerns.
• Participate in planning meetings regarding classroom curricular expectations and student needs.
• Lead and/or facilitate teaching of individuals in 1:1, small group, or whole class instruction.
• Assist individual students to follow routines and schedules.
• Monitor students during bus travel, meals, and transitions.
• Meet students in the morning to unload buses and assist with loading/unloading.
• Assist with self-help skills in safety, eating, and toileting.
• Assist with test administration, scoring, data entry, and report generation.
• Communicate professionally with general education staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Establish rapport with students, staff and parents for proactive responses.
• Participate in PLCs and required trainings.
• Apply knowledge and new understandings to support instructional programming.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Technology skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Bilingual (preferred)

Job description

Englewood Public School District is seeking a paraprofessional to support teachers in addressing student behavior, instructional needs, and health requirements. The role may involve bus supervision and assisting with data collection and feedback to teachers.

The position emphasizes creating a positive, structured learning environment, following district policies, and maintaining strong communication with staff and families. Benefits eligible; starting hourly rate posted in salary section.