PARAPROFESSIONAL - SPECIAL EDUCATION 1:1

Garfield16; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A school district is seeking a Paraprofessional for Special Education to assist a student with significant needs in achieving academic success. The role requires working 1:1 under the direction of a certified teacher and involves behavior support and personal care. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and the ability to manage challenging situations. This position offers a starting salary range of $16.00 - $28.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2-year associate's degree or ability to pass the WorkKeys test.
• Registered Certified Nursing Assistant and CPR/First Aid are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist a student with significant special needs in achieving academic success.
• Support a student who may be aggressive or disruptive in class.
• Provide personal care and social integration.

Skills

Ability to assist with academic success

Behavior support management

Personal care assistance

Effective communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year associate's degree or equivalent coursework

Certifications: CPR and First Aid

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Education (1:1) JobID: 1468

• Date Posted: 10/15/2025
• Location: GRAND VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Date Available: 10/17/2025

Job Title: Paraprofessional - Special Education (1:1)
Job Family: Classified
Department: Grand Valley MiddleSchool
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: Paraprofessional Salary Schedule: $16.00 - $28.00 per hour
Reports to: Building Principal
Job ID #: 1468

General Summary

Special Education paraprofessionals assists a student with significant special needs under the direction of a certified teacher. Paraprofessionals generally work in an inclusionary setting (i.e. least restrictive environment). A 1:1 paraprofessional will work directly with the special education teacher and a single student within the severe needs classroom. This may involve medical, behavioral and learning support.

Required Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting a student with significant special needs in achieving academic success
• Working with a student with significant special needs who may be aggressive or disruptive in class
• Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
• Personal care • Social integration • Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education Teachers as well as related service staff
• Any other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 year associate's degree or 2 years of verifiable college course work (48 semester hours) OR the ability to successfully pass the WorkKeys proficiency test
• Licensed as registered Certified Nursing Assistant in the State of Colorado Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications - or ability to certify
• Ability to become CPI Restraint Trained
• Preference given to individuals who have taken classes in education and/or successfully demonstrated their ability to work with young children
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, Garfield County School District No.16 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination.