Cortez - ESS Paraprofessional Middle School

Montezuma-Cortez SD RE-1 - Cortez Middle School; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 in Cortez, Colorado, seeks an Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Paraprofessional for Cortez Middle School. You will assist special education teachers, support para students, and help manage daily classroom activities in self-contained, small-group, and inclusive settings.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, strong communication, and comfort with basic office tech.

Qualifications

• Education and Certification: High School Diploma (required)

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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Office equipment

Word processing/computers

Child development knowledge

Specialized equipment knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Cortez - ESS Paraprofessional Middle School

Teach in Southwest Colorado Montezuma-Cortez SD RE-1 - Cortez Middle School - Cortez, Colorado

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Job Details

Job ID: 5972836

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 20, 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) ParaprofessionalMCMS

Our Vision

• 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

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

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:

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

Loud

X

Very Loud

The signatures below indicate that this job description has been reviewed by the employee with the supervisor.

________________________________ _______________________________ _________

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

Referenced Policies: AC, AC-E-1, AC-R (Option 1), AC-R-2*, JB, JBA, JBA-E, JBB*, JII-R

NOTE: Federal law requires districts to provide continuing notification of non-discrimination statements and the Title IX coordinator’s contact information. This information must be published in student, parent, and employee handbooks, course catalogs, program/employee application forms, and recruitment materials. 34 C.F.R. § 106.8.

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

Contact Information

• Amy MacBean
• Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
• Cortez, Colorado 81321
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]