Paraprofessional/Significant Support Needs

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison School District 2 in Colorado Springs is seeking a Sped Paraprofessional for the SSN program for the 2026-2027 school year. You will provide instructional support under supervision of a licensed professional and assist with IEP-based services in the least restrictive environment.

The hourly pay starts at $18.60 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour for designated center-based Special Education programs; pay is based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree (or higher) OR two years of college (48 semester hours) OR ESSA-required assessment within 30 days of hire.
• Upload/transcripts if applicable.
• 0–2 years experience; experience with students with special needs preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management preferred.
• CPR and First Aid preferred.
• Core District Special Education Paraprofessional training within 36 months of hire.
• Must occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Basic English writing/communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support under supervision of a licensed professional.
• Assist with modifications/accommodations and supervise students in various settings.
• Support students with special needs across emotional, physical, and educational needs.
• Assist with data collection and maintain student records with FERPA compliance.
• Collaborate with educators and admins on academic/behavior issues.
• Attend in-service and committee work as required.
• Perform crossing guard duties as assigned.
• Perform lunchroom monitor duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English writing

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or 48 college hours

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

For School Year 2026-2027

183- Work Day Calendar 7- 7.5 hrs/day (determined by school)

This Position is for a Sped Paraprofessional in the Significant Support Needs Program (SSN)

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.60+ (Salary placement is based on experience.)

Compensation will include an additional $1.00/hour for paraprofessionals in these Center Based Special Education programs: Affective Needs, SSN, CSD and TAP

https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

Job Summary

Provide instructional support and assistance in meeting the educational needs of students, under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed school professional. Services provided vary based on Individual Education Plans (IEP) and requirements to provide services in the least restrictive environment.

• Support instructional programs and provide instructional assistance for students in individual, small and large group settings. Implement approved modifications and/or accommodations of curriculum. Supervise and facilitate students in the classroom and a variety of settings that may include the lunchroom, playground, field trips, extra-curricular activities, or on-the-job training.
• Help and support students with special needs which may include emotional issues, self-help skills, fine and gross motor, visual, auditory, physical, medical and health needs, educational, prevocational and life skills in a least restrictive environment.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and assist students with problem solving techniques and conflict resolution. Enforces district policies regarding behaviors and discipline to help correct behavioral problems and meet behavioral goals.
• Collaborate and communicate with other special and regular educators and administrators with regard to academic and behavioral issues and observations. Provide suggestions, feedback and support to building staff, administrators, parents and outside agencies regarding effective strategies for facilitating learning.
• Assist the school professional by helping with data collection, updating records and documentation while helping maintain student files and class records. Maintain compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Attend and participate in district and building in-service opportunities and committee work.
• (Elementary/K-8) Perform crossing guard duties as assigned by school administration to include attending crossing guard training and direction action of children and traffic at assigned crosswalks in order to ensure safe crossing.
• (Elementary/K-8) Perform lunchroom monitor duties as assigned by school administration to include assisting students with lining up to receive their lunches, helping students open items on their trays, enforcing lunchroom rules, leading students to the lunchroom, dismissing students from the lunchroom, wiping down tables, and assisting with organizing and implementing indoor activities for students during inclement weather.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Training And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree (or higher) OR two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester hours) OR passed the District-approved assessment to meet the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act required within 30 calendar days of hire (e.g. ACT-Work Keys Exam).
• Upload/Scan transcripts if applicable.
• 0 2 years experience. Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid preferred.
• Core District Special Education Paraprofessional training or requirements must be acquired within 36 months of hire.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Basic English, writing and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Note: Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resumés may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education.

FLSA: Non-Exempt