Paraprofessional-INR

Pueblo School District 70; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid leave

Employee Assistance Program

Section 125 Cafeteria Plan

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Pueblo School District 70 seeks a Paraprofessional- INR at Prairie Winds Elementary to support students with diverse needs through academic, behavioral, life skills, and social-emotional instruction. The role may include health care, feeding, hygiene, and mobility assistance as required.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED with HQ, or an Associates degree or higher; preferred AA or BA Degree. A background check is required, and a payroll direct deposit is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have HQ (Highly Qualified) per state guidelines: 48 college credits OR passing Work Keys/Praxis for paraprofessionals OR an associates degree or higher.
• Preferred: AA or BA Degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with diverse needs across academic, behavioral, life skills and social-emotional instruction.
• Provide health care, feeding and hygiene supports, and mobility or communication assistance as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or higher

Work Keys Test or Praxis Test for Paraprofessionals

AA or BA Degree

Job description

District 70'sMission: To Educate Each Student to Achieve His or Her Full Academic Potential

We see D70 as a place where all children and adults are valued, similarities and differences are addressed, individuals are respected, and all children are treated as our most valuable resource and best hope for the future. We see a safe and trusting environment where children and adults are actively engaged in lifelong learning. We see a partnership with our schools and communities that flexibly responds to the educational needs of all learners in an ever-changing world.

Pueblo County School District 70 is located in beautiful Pueblo, Colorado, where the Fountain and Arkansas Rivers converge and the eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains. Established in 1950 through the consolidation of 35 smaller districts, District 70 is one of Colorado's largest geographical school districts. With a commitment to excellence, we educate a diverse student body of more than 10,000 from Pueblo County and surrounding areas. Join us on a journey of academic excellence and community spirit.

Job Information

• Position: Paraprofessional- INR
• Location: Prairie Winds Elementary
• Work Year: 157 Days, 8 hours per day
• Salary Range: $18.63-$47.09 ($18.63-$26.93 for external candidates based on experience and education)
• FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
• Closing Date: 11/4/2026 or until filled

Job Summary

The paraprofessional is responsible for assisting students with a wide variety of needs by providing any combination of the following: individualized academic, behavioral, functional life skills and/or social-emotional instruction; medical/health care, feeding and/or hygiene supports; and student assistance with learning, mobility, emotional regulation, health care, and/or communication.

Job Description

Please review the full job description link foundat the bottom of thisposting for qualifications and details.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED
• MUST be Highly Qualified (Highly Qualified HQ is defined as having 48 credit hours from an accredited college or university, OR having successfully passed the Work Keys Test or Praxis Test for Paraprofessionals, OR having an Associates Degree or higher). Work Keys testing is available through the Work Force Center in Pueblo or Pikes Peak BOCES.

Preferred:

• AA or BA Degree

Condition of Employment

Applicants must be willing to participate in District No. 70 Payroll Direct Deposit Program. All hires will complete a background check.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Annual leave, vacation, and holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cafeteria Plan (Section 125)
• PERA Retirement
• Access to additional benefits through optional payroll deduction

A full list of benefits is located on our website under the District Information Tab in the Human Resources Department.

Non-discrimination Statement

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Pueblo County School District 70 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission or access to, or treatment, or employment in its education programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. Inquiries about ADA, Section 504, Title VI, and Title IX may be addressed to the Superintendent of Schools, 24951 US Highway 50 East, Pueblo, Colorado 81006, 719-295-6548 or [e-mail].

Declaración de no discriminación

El Distrito Escolar 70 del Condado de Pueblo no discrimina ilegalmente por motivos deraza, credo, color, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad/expresión de género, estado civil,origen nacional, religión, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad, necesidad de serviciosde educación especial, información genética, estado de embarazo o parto, u otro estado protegido por la ley en la admisión o acceso, tratamiento o empleo en susprogramas o actividades educativas. Además, la falta de habilidades en el idioma inglésno es una barrera para la admisión o participación en actividades. Las consultas sobreADA, Sección 504, Título VI y Título IX pueden dirigirse al Superintendente de Escuelas, 301 28th Lane, Pueblo, Colorado 81001. 719-295-6548 or [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions under ADA. Inquiries about accommodations may be addressed to the Department of Personnel Services, 24951 Highway 50 East, Pueblo, Colorado, 81006 or [e-mail].