Impactful Severe Needs Paraeducator (Special Ed)

Cherry Creek Careers; Colorado; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Careers is seeking a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe educational needs under licensed staff supervision in a dynamic classroom and remote learning settings.

The role involves adapting curriculum, tracking progress, and assisting with behavior strategies, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with IEP teams. Experience in education is preferred but not required for certain positions.

Qualifications

• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma required.
• Mandatory Crisis Prevention Intervention training.
• No professional work experience required.
• Ability to modify curriculum for individual students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with classroom activities for individuals and small groups.
• Maintain progress records and report observations to IEP team.
• Assist with materials, tests, and attendance; participate in drills.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Confidentiality

Curriculum modification

Behavior modification

De-escalation skills

Teamwork

Education

HSE diploma

Associate’s degree

CPR/First Aid certification

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cherry Creek Careers is seeking a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe educational needs under licensed staff supervision in a dynamic classroom and remote learning settings.

The role involves adapting curriculum, tracking progress, and assisting with behavior strategies, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with IEP teams. Experience in education is preferred but not required for certain positions.