Part-Time SSN Special Education Aide — Empower Independence

Douglas County School District; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans (401(k)/403(b)/457)

Paid sick time

Paid personal time

Job summary

Douglas County School District in Highlands Ranch, CO seeks an Educational Assistant IV to provide intensive support to students with Significant Support Needs. The role collaborates with licensed staff to implement IEP goals, assist with mobility, personal care, and health procedures in a structured classroom.

This part-time position emphasizes safety, independence, and student engagement. Responsibilities include supervising transitions, supporting life skills, and using communication methods

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for implementing IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols with high fidelity.
• Willingness to assist students with personal care and mobility.
• Commitment to safety and student dignity.

Responsibilities

• Health, Mobility, & Safety: Assist with positioning, transferring, mobility using equipment.
• Monitor and provide delegated health care procedures as trained.
• Maintain a safe, clean learning environment and supervise transitions and activities.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Health plans

Behavior protocols

Independence promotion

Personal care assistance

Mobility support

Sign language/PECS/AAC

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Douglas County School District in Highlands Ranch, CO seeks an Educational Assistant IV to provide intensive support to students with Significant Support Needs. The role collaborates with licensed staff to implement IEP goals, assist with mobility, personal care, and health procedures in a structured classroom.

This part-time position emphasizes safety, independence, and student engagement. Responsibilities include supervising transitions, supporting life skills, and using communication methods