IEP & Behavior Support Paraprofessional

Mountain Sage; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Sage Community School, a Waldorf-inspired public charter school serving grades K–8, seeks an experienced Integrated Services Paraprofessional for the 2026–2027 school year to support learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs within a general education setting.

The role emphasizes implementing IEP goals, data collection, collaboration with teachers and related service providers, and hands-on support in a warm, outdoor-friendly classroom environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 2+ years supporting students with disabilities preferred.
• Experience implementing IEP goals, accommodations, and behavior plans.
• Experience with data collection for progress monitoring and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with IEPs, 504 plans, and BIPs.
• Implement IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications as directed by the special education team.
• Deliver targeted academic and social-emotional interventions with fidelity.
• Adapt instructional materials so students with disabilities and ELLs can participate.
• Support students with personal care, mobility, or sensory needs as outlined in their plans.
• Use proactive behavior strategies and maintain consistent routines to support self-regulation.
• Collect data on IEP goals and behavior; share observations with case managers.
• Collaborate daily with classroom teachers, special education staff, and related service providers.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Supervise students during transitions, recess, and outdoor learning.

Skills

IEP implementation

Data collection & progress monitoring

Collaborative teamwork

Behavior support & de-escalation

Communication with families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years supporting students with disabilities

Associate's or bachelor's degree in special education or related field

Tools

Data entry tools

Job description

Mountain Sage Community School, a Waldorf-inspired public charter school serving grades K–8, seeks an experienced Integrated Services Paraprofessional for the 2026–2027 school year to support learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs within a general education setting.

The role emphasizes implementing IEP goals, data collection, collaboration with teachers and related service providers, and hands-on support in a warm, outdoor-friendly classroom environment.