Cortez - ESS/Lifeskills Paraprofessional Mesa

Teach-in-Southwest-Colorado; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 is seeking an ESS Lifeskills Paraprofessional at Mesa Elementary in Cortez, Colorado. The role supports special education teachers and students in classrooms and other instructional settings, assisting with instruction to para students and daily activities.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, strong communication skills, and familiarity with general office tasks and word processing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (required).
• Excellent communication skills.
• General office equipment.
• Technical proficiency in word processing and computers.
• Some knowledge of child development.
• Commitment to Montezuma Cortez RE-1 mission.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with special education and regular education teachers to provide instructional services.
• Assists with instruction in self-contained classrooms, one-on-one and small groups.
• Maintains and monitors the daily activities of students.
• Assists and escorts students in bus transfers.
• Supervises students in lunchroom, field trips and playground.
• Interacts with parents and staff regarding staffing activities.
• Provides clerical support in various functions.
• May administer medication in the absence of the teacher.

Skills

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Specialized equipment knowledge

Physical therapy techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

General office equipment

Word processing

Job description

Cortez - ESS/Lifeskills Paraprofessional Mesa

Teach in Southwest Colorado Montezuma-Cortez SD RE-1 - Mesa Elementary - Cortez, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5955325

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY.

Position: Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Lifeskills Paraprofessional Mesa Elementary

Our Vision

The district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:

• Achieve personal goals and academic growth.
• Are invested in success for their future.
• Attain high levels of literacy and 21 st century skills.
• Are engaged in active citizenship.
• Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.

Position Summary:Responsible for providing support for special education teachers and students in classrooms and other instructional situations. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.

Typical Responsibilities:

Collaborates and consults with the special education and regular education teachers in providing educational/instructional services to para special education students.

Assists with instruction and other activities in self-contained classrooms, one on one and small groups.

Maintains and monitors the daily activities of students, provides a variety of assistance when needed.

Assists and escorts students in bus transference, and in other situations throughout

Supervises special education students in lunchroom, on field trips, and on playground.

Interacts and corresponds appropriately with parents and other staff regarding staffing and other activities.

Provides clerical support in a variety of functions.

May perform toileting duties, life skills instruction, or assistance with motor skills.

May administer medication in the absence of teacher.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Position Requirements:

Education and Certification:

High School Diploma (required)

Experience and Skills:

Excellent communication skills

General office equipment

Technical proficiency in word processing and computers

May require knowledge of specialized equipment and physical therapy technique, depending on assignment

Some knowledge of child development

Culture and Fit:

Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1

Desire to work as a member of a dynamic team

Openness to feedback and willingness to share ideas

Maintains and models high standards of personal and professional integrity and confidentiality

Licenses or Certifications:None required.

Supervisory Duties:None

Reports to:Principal

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activities:

Amount of:

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Reach with hands and arms

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

X

Talk

X

Listen

X

Mental Functions:

Amount Of:

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Compare

X

Analyze

X

Communicate

X

Copy

X

Coordinate

X

Instruct

X

Compute

X

Synthesize

X

Evaluate

X

Interpersonal Skills

X

Compile

X

Negotiate

X

Vision Demands:

Required

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

X

Work Environment:

Amount of:

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

T fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme Cold (non-weather)

X

Extreme Heat (non-weather)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Work with explosives

X

Risk of radiation

X

Vibration

X

Weight and Force Demands:

Amount of:

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

Noise Level:

Exposure Level

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

Loud

X

Very Loud

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Employee Name (Print) Employee Signature Date

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Supervisor Name (Print) Supervisor Signature Date

NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSE

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI)

Justin Schmitt, Executive Director of Human Resources

400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1135

[e-mail]

504 Compliance Officer (Section 504)

Lisa Megel, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services

400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1118

[e-mail]

M-CSD RE-1 School Governance Policies can be found on our website at:

www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies

CLÁUSULA DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN

El Distrito Escolar Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 no discrimina contra ninguna clase protegida identificada por el Estado de Colorado. La falta de habilidades para hablar inglés no será una barrera para la participación o la admisión. El siguiente personal ha sido designado para atender consultas sobre nuestras políticas de no discriminación:

Coordinador del Título IX Oficial de Cumplimiento (Título II/ADA, Título VI)

Justin Schmitt, Directora Ejecutiva de Recursos Humanos

400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1135

[e-mail]

504 Oficial de Cumplimiento (Sección 504)

Lisa Megel, Director Ejecutivo de Servicios para Estudiantes Excepcionales

400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1118

[e-mail]

Las políticas de gobierno escolar de M-CSD RE-1 se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en:

www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary: $26,748 to $31,203 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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