Center-Based Special Education Paraprofessional

Sylvania; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 25,486,000 - 28,930,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Longevity incentives

Professional development

Job summary

The School District Fremont RE-1 is seeking a full-time paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year at Lincoln School of Science and Technology. The role includes comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, and other optional elections, plus $2,000 extra for center-based assignments.

Qualifications include an AA degree or two years of college, a high school diploma, and the ability to work with students, staff, and the public.

Qualifications

• AA Degree or 48 undergraduate hours preferred.
• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak to follow directions and set priorities.
• Experience in Lindamood Bell preferred.
• MANDT Training to be completed upon hire.
• Pass pre-employment physical.
• Willing to obtain substitute teaching license (district-paid).

Responsibilities

• Work with multiple grade-level students and handle sensitive material; demonstrate reliability.
• Present a professional appearance in person and in the work area.
• Maintain positive relationships with peers, students, parents, and the public.
• Under supervision, implement schedules and routines; work 1:1, in small groups, or in full-class settings.
• Complete clerical tasks and support school-wide and classroom management plans.
• Meet the educational, physical, and emotional needs of assigned students.
• Use basic technology to communicate and function effectively.
• May supervise outside in inclement weather.
• May sub in classrooms when needed.
• Adhere to district and school staff handbooks.

Skills

AA Degree

High School Diploma

Paraprofessional assessment

Communication skills

Reading & Writing

Lindamood Bell experience

MANDT Training

Pre-employment physical

Substitute license readiness

Education

AA Degree or 48 credits

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Start Date: As mutually agreed for the 2026-2027 School Year

Position Type: Full-time, 163 days

Location: Lincoln School of Science and Technology

Salary: $17.86 - $18.93 per hour (based on experience and education)

Additional Compensation: $2,000 for center-based positions.

Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, and other optional benefit elections. Longevity and professional development incentives. Preschool options are available for employees with children.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Proficiency on paraprofessional assessment; possess an AA Degree, or the equivalent of two years of undergraduate college classes (approximately 48 hours) preferred.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a school atmosphere with staff members, students, and the public.
• Ability to read, write, and speak to comply with directions and instructions to complete tasks and establish priorities.
• Experience in Lindamood Bell preferred.
• MANDT Training to be completed upon hire.
• Pass pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to obtain, if needed, a substitute teaching license (paid for by district).

POSITION DUTIES INCLUDE

• The ability to work with multiple grade-level students and sensitive material. Demonstrate reliability in all work situations.
• Present a professional appearance personally and in the work area.
• Promote and maintain positive working relationships with peers, students, parents, and the public.
• Be knowledgeable about the job.
• Always strive to stay on task and produce high-quality work.
• Under the direction of the supervising teacher, implement schedules and routines; work 1-to-1, in small groups, or in full-classroom settings.
• Complete and perform clerical tasks, and support school-wide and classroom management plans.
• Meet the educational, physical, and emotional needs of a variety of students assigned.
• Model the District's Mission and Belief Statements.
• Possess skills to be able to utilize basic technology as directed by the District to communicate and function effectively.
• May include outside supervision in inclement weather.
• Assist with supervisory, clerical, or other job-related duties as assigned.
• Adhere to the district classified handbook and the school staff handbook.
• May be asked to sub in classrooms when needed.

ADDITIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Confidentiality:
  • Maintain strict confidentiality with all special education student information.
• Instructional Assistance:
  • Execute instructional programs as directed by special education teachers.
  • Provide 1:1 or small group reinforcement of lessons introduced by teachers.
• Student Mobility and Health Support:
  • Assist with student mobility, including wheelchair maneuvers and secure transfers.
  • Perform medical tasks such as tube feeding, catheterization, and toileting as needed.
• Physical and Sensory Support:
  • Prepare and assist students with meals and related tasks to support IEP communication, sensory integration, and physical goals.

Inquiries may be made to Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, CO, 81212, 719-276-5700.

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity

In compliance with Titles VI; VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, School District Fremont RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

School District Fremont RE-1 has established complaint procedures for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. Complaints may be filed verbally, in writing, or anonymously. If you wish to file a complaint using the district complaint form, please submit it to: Ms. Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, Title IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, Colorado 81212 – Telephone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]