Integrated Services Paraprofessional: Special Education

IMDiversity; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,130 - 31,505; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Short/Long-term disability

Walk-in clinic access

Job summary

Poudre School District seeks a Paraprofessional Integrated Services II at Laurel Elementary in Fort Collins. You will assist teachers in delivering instructional support and help students with significant needs participate in class activities, while following health and safety guidelines and IEP goals.

Responsibilities include personal care, behavior support, record-keeping, and collaboration with nurses and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Experience working with special needs students preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist general or special education teachers by implementing instruction and reteaching concepts.
• Monitor student safety and enforce procedures during transitions and activities.
• Provide personal care assistance and support with mobility for students with significant needs.
• Maintain behavior records and assist with IEP-related documentation and data collection.
• Support students with communication, social skills, and daily living activities.
• Participate in training on de-escalation and crisis response techniques.

Skills

Oral and written communication

English language skills

Interpersonal relations

Bilingual communication (preferred)

Ability to lift and transfer students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Department software packages

Job description

Poudre School District seeks a Paraprofessional Integrated Services II at Laurel Elementary in Fort Collins. You will assist teachers in delivering instructional support and help students with significant needs participate in class activities, while following health and safety guidelines and IEP goals.

Responsibilities include personal care, behavior support, record-keeping, and collaboration with nurses and staff.