Paraprofessional - Special Education (SSN) Limited Term

Montrose County School District RE-1J; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans with employer"

PERA retirement contribution

Telehealth

Life insurance

401K/457(b/403(b) options

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Montrose County School District RE-1J’s Olathe Middle/High School seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional SSN 1:1 for a limited term. Under supervision, you will assist instructional staff, support students with significant needs, and help implement individualized education plans.

The role requires a High School Diploma, and experience with children is preferred. You will work under the building principal and support a diverse student body in a caring AVID environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; 48 college credits or an Associate's degree is desirable.
• Experience: Prefer one year of paid or volunteer experience with groups of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials.
• Tutor individual students and small groups to reinforce learning activities.
• Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Additional credits/AA degree

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Education (SSN) Limited Term JobID: 4213

• Position Type:
  Support Staff - Non Exempt/ Special Education Paraprofessional
• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
• Location:
  Olathe Middle/High School
• Date Available:
  As Soon As Possible
• Closing Date:
  11/09/2026

Position Title: Special Education Paraprofessional SSN 1:1 - Limited Term
Non-Exempt
Site:Olathe Middle/High School
Direct Supervisor: Building Principal
Contracted Length Term: Para: SpecEd, Comp, Class: 180 days
Salary Schedule:
Start Date: As soon as possible - May 20, 2027 (one-on-one assignment)
Welcome to Olathe Middle/High School!
We're a proud AVID school nestled in the heart of rural Colorado, part of the Montrose County School District. Serving grades 6 through 12, our close-knit campus is home to around 525 incredible students. What truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to building strong, meaningful relationships with every student. We believe that connection is the foundation of learning, and we work every day to create a school culture where students feel seen, heard, supported, and inspired.
At Olathe, we believe that all students can learn and succeed—and we are deeply committed to helping them reach their fullest potential. We hold high expectations for every learner and provide the support and encouragement they need to rise to the challenge. Our focus on strong academics ensures that students are not only meeting standards but also developing critical thinking skills, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Whether they need extra help or are ready for advanced opportunities, we strive to meet students where they are and help them grow from there.
We're dedicated to preparing students for success beyond high school—whether that's college, trade or vocational school, the military, joining the workforce, or exploring other meaningful paths. Our goal is for every student to graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to thrive in their next chapter.
Our teachers and staff take the time to truly get to know each student, to understand their goals, their challenges, and their unique strengths. These connections allow us to guide and support our students as they grow into confident, capable individuals ready to take on whatever comes next.
Our team thrives on a strong sense of collaboration and mutual support. At Olathe, you'll find a collegial atmosphere where teachers lift each other up, share ideas, and work together to ensure student success. We believe in the power of teamwork and professional trust—our educators are never alone in their efforts. Whether it's co-planning lessons, mentoring one another, or celebrating wins big and small, our staff is united by a shared commitment to students and to each other.
We're looking for educators who care deeply about students, value strong relationships, believe in the potential of every child, and want to be part of a supportive and inspiring community. Olathe is more than just a school—it’s a family. And we're confident you'll feel right at home here.
Check us out at: https://www.mcsd.org/olathemiddlehighschool_home.aspx

Benefits
At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development and advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs and incentives.
Summary of Position:
Under supervision, to perform a variety of instructional activities; to assist in the conduct of intensified learning experiences; to perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; to assist in managing health needs of individual students and to do other related work as required.

Students with significant support needs are highly diverse learners with extensive needs in the areas of cognition and/or learning, communication, movement, and social/emotional abilities. The individual may also have concurrent health, sensory, physical and/or behavioral disabilities.

Students with significant support needs require:

• A wide variety of approaches and supports to demonstrate their knowledge and skills intensive instruction in literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills to acquire and generalize knowledge.
• Substantial adaptations (modifications and accommodations) and/or ongoing supports to access grade level curriculum.
• Access to assistive technology tools to communicate, learn and demonstrate their knowledge.
• Progress to be measured by observation, data collection, assessment, and work samples.
• Individualized levels of support across major life activities in home, school, and community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises.
• Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities.
• Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel.
• Direct students into safe learning activities and functions and assist in the shaping of appropriate social behaviors.
• Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students.
• Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information.
• Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional media machines and equipment.
• Assist in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environment.
• May participate in parent conferences and other student progress report activities as requested.
• Assisting with the daily physical needs of students. This may require but not be limited to changing diapers, assisting in physical therapy, and feeding (oral and/or tube).

Experience/Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:
Experience:
Prefer One year of paid or volunteer experience working with groups of children.
Education:
High School Diploma
Desirable: Equivalent of 48 credit hours from an accredited college/university, an Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university, or proof of proficiency by passing a District accepted test.
Knowledge of and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

• Basic concepts of child growth and development, and developmental behavior characteristics.
• Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
• Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Basic arithmetic concepts.
• Routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedures.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English and a second language, as required by the assignment.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment.
• Be trained by District Nurses to perform a number of health-related activities.
• Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• This type of work involves sitting, walking, and/or standing.
• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
• CBI/FBI background clearance and a clean driving record.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.