PARAPROFESSIONAL, 1:1 ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION, MODERATE NEEDS - 1ST GRADE

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 31,442 - 37,574; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Time off

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking to hire a dedicated professional to support the educational and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in various settings. Candidates will work under the supervision of special education teachers to provide essential services outlined in Individual Education Plans (IEPs). This position offers a competitive salary starting at $22.824 per hour and requires living in Colorado. The role focuses on fostering an inclusive environment and ensuring the well-being of students through specialized assistance and behavioral support.

Qualifications

• Must pass written and physical exams on de-escalation and physical restraint training annually.
• Specialized training in invasive procedures such as tube feeding and catheterization will be provided.
• Valid Colorado driver's license required for transporting students.

Responsibilities

• Provide services as outlined in students’ Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Monitor classroom activities under the direction of the supervising teacher.
• Assist with daily living procedures and needs of students.

Skills

Knowledge of IEP implementation

Behavioral intervention strategies

Medical assistance

Job description

Job Description

Applications will be received until December 30, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About This Job

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
• Salary Range: New hires will be set at $22.824 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.824 to $27.275 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources page.
• This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

What You'll Do

• Provides services to one or more individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP), including supporting academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs.
• Monitors classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting learning goals.
• Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained.
• Provides medically invasive (e.g., tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
• Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique according to District training.
• Supports implementation of students’ individual behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
• Implements student accommodations and modifications as outlined in their individual IEP in both academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
• Under the supervision of a special education teacher, you will collect data on students’ individual IEP goals.
• Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues at the direction of the supervising special education teacher.

What You’ll Need

• To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
• Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization will be provided, as assignment requires.
• Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis.
• Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire.
• If transporting students or using personal or a company vehicle to conduct work duties, they must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.