Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) Program

Douglas County School District; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans (401(k)/403(b)/457)

Paid sick time

Paid personal time

Job summary

Douglas County School District in Highlands Ranch, CO seeks an Educational Assistant IV to provide intensive support to students with Significant Support Needs. The role collaborates with licensed staff to implement IEP goals, assist with mobility, personal care, and health procedures in a structured classroom.

This part-time position emphasizes safety, independence, and student engagement. Responsibilities include supervising transitions, supporting life skills, and using communication methods

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for implementing IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols with high fidelity.
• Willingness to assist students with personal care and mobility.
• Commitment to safety and student dignity.

Responsibilities

• Health, Mobility, & Safety: Assist with positioning, transferring, mobility using equipment.
• Monitor and provide delegated health care procedures as trained.
• Maintain a safe, clean learning environment and supervise transitions and activities.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Health plans

Behavior protocols

Independence promotion

Personal care assistance

Mobility support

Sign language/PECS/AAC

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

## Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) ProgramApplylocations: Highlands Ranch High Schooltime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: Req-00081646## Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.*REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!*## **Job Posting Title:**Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) Program## Job Description:Under the direction and guidance of a licensed special education teacher and staff, provides specialized, intensive, and individualized support to students with Significant Support Needs (SSN), including those with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities and possible physical, health, or medical impairments. As a critical member of the special education team, supports functional, academic, and life skills instruction, assists with personal care and medical needs, and promotes student safety, engagement, and independence within a structured and supportive learning environment. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele. Experience working with children or young adults with significant cognitive or physical disabilities, or complex medical needs is preferred. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Occasional lifting of forty (40) to seventy (70) pounds • Frequent bending, standing, sitting, and walking • Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, and standing • Ability to run short distances EQUIPMENT USED: General classroom and office equipment ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Typical classroom noise Mostly clean and comfortable## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):## Responsibilities:* **Health, Mobility, & Safety:** + Assist with student positioning, transferring (e.g., from wheelchair to stander, floor to chair), and mobility using specialized equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, standers). + Monitor and provide delegated health care procedures, which may include seizure monitoring, administration of emergency medication (e.g., Diastat, Epipen), or basic first aid, following all required training and protocols. + Maintain a safe and clean learning environment, including cleaning/sanitizing equipment and materials used for personal care and instruction. + Closely supervise students during transitions, outdoor activities, and during mealtimes to ensure safety and prevent injury.Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.* **Functional & Life Skills Support:** + Support the implementation of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals in collaboration with the Special Education Teacher, including academics, functional skills, communication, social skills, and vocational training. + Provide support to students with Significant Support Needs (SSN) across settings, including general education environments, by ensuring access to accommodations, reinforcing academic instruction, and implementing behavior management strategies, regardless of EEO status + Support students with daily living and functional skills, including but not limited to, dressing, feeding (including G-tube feeding as trained and delegated), toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene. + Aid students in using various communication methods, including sign language, picture exchange systems (PECS), and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.## Certifications:## Education:High School or Equivalent (Required)## Skills:Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for implementing IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols with high fidelity, Strong commitment to student dignity, safety, and promoting the maximum level of independence for all students, Willingness and ability to assist students with personal care, toileting, and mobility, including lifting and transferring (with appropriate training and assistance)## Position Type:Regular## Primary Location:Highlands Ranch High School## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:20## FTE:0.50## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:180 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$19.84 USD Hourly## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$25.20 USD Hourly## Full Salary Range:$19.84 USD - $30.55 USD Hourly* *All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.*## Benefits:This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.## Time Off Plans:This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.## This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:October 1, 2026