Early Childhood Paraeducator II - Support & Growth

Colorado Springs School District 11(co); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Springs School District 11(co) seeks a Paraeducator II: Early Childhood to support preschool students under licensed staff, implement IEPs, and assist with daily living and behavior supports.

The role is 0.88 FTE for 184 days per year, with duties spanning instructional and behavioral support, data collection, and collaboration with teachers and specialists. The salary ranges from $19.47 to $23.27 per hour, with district-provided benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Title 1 Schools Only: Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an associate’s or higher degree; or demonstrated rigorous standard of quality through a formal state or local academic assessment (e.g., ACT-Work Keys and ETS-ParaPro).
• One year experience working with children with disabilities or in a related setting.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or similar de-escalation training (or ability to obtain) CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position (e.g., assisting with student mobility, toileting, lifting, and transitions).

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students under the direction of licensed staff, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and develop academic, communication, and functional skills.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies aligned with students’ IEPs, including promoting skill generalization across settings.
• Support student learning, including re-teaching concepts and assisting with assignments and executive functioning strategies.
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with classroom activities and assessments to support curriculum delivery.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and reinforce positive behavior, social-emotional skills, and appropriate student conduct.
• Monitor student behavior and utilize de-escalation techniques and established supports to maintain a safe environment.
• Assist students with routines and transitions to promote engagement, independence, and successful participation.
• Assist students with daily living and functional skills, including toileting, hygiene, feeding, positioning, mobility, and other personal care needs as assigned.
• Support use and care of specialized equipment and health-related needs as trained.

Job description

Colorado Springs School District 11(co) seeks a Paraeducator II: Early Childhood to support preschool students under licensed staff, implement IEPs, and assist with daily living and behavior supports.

The role is 0.88 FTE for 184 days per year, with duties spanning instructional and behavioral support, data collection, and collaboration with teachers and specialists. The salary ranges from $19.47 to $23.27 per hour, with district-provided benefits and opportunities for professional growth.