Educational Assistant IV - Significant Support Needs

Douglas County School District; Colorado; On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

HSA

FSA

Life insurance (voluntary)

Disability (short/long term)

EAP

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Significant Support Needs (SSN) program. The role provides intensive, individualized support to students with significant cognitive and physical needs under a licensed teacher.

You will assist with academics, functional skills, communication, and daily living tasks within a structured classroom. The position requires lifting, health procedure support, and close supervision to ensure safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols.
• Willingness to support students with personal care and mobility needs.
• Commitment to student safety, dignity, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional, academic, and life skills support per IEP goals.
• Support SSN students across settings and ensure access to accommodations.
• Assist with daily living activities (dressing, feeding, toileting, personal hygiene).
• Assist communication using sign language, PECS, and AAC devices.
• Support mobility and positioning; supervise transitions and activities for safety.

Skills

IEP goals

Sign language

PECS

AAC devices

Health plans

Behavior management

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Douglas County School District is seeking an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Significant Support Needs (SSN) program. The role provides intensive, individualized support to students with significant cognitive and physical needs under a licensed teacher.

You will assist with academics, functional skills, communication, and daily living tasks within a structured classroom. The position requires lifting, health procedure support, and close supervision to ensure safety.