Preschool Special Education Paraeducator – Support & Growth

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Fountain (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 seeks a Special Education Paraeducator for preschool at the Conrad Early Learning Center. The role involves assisting students with academic, behavioral, and daily living needs, under supervision of teachers and nursing staff.

Responsibilities include reinforcing lessons, implementing IEPs, managing confidentiality, and supporting mobility, feeding, and health-related tasks. Position requires physical ability and commitment to district policies.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Associates Degree or 48 semester hours or ACT certified.
• Obtain First Aid/CPR training.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to take directions.
• Ability and willingness to meet the needs of students.
• Excellent references including attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with diverse needs across academics, behavior, life skills, and social-emotional learning.
• Support teacher to enable full participation in class activities and reinforce lessons.
• Implement accommodations and routines per IEP or Behavior Plan.
• Provide direct care related to diapering, feeding, dressing, mobility, and educational access.
• Prepare classroom and materials, maintain files and records.
• Communicate observations and data with families and staff in a timely, confidential manner.
• Monitor students during transitions, activities, and field trips.
• Attend trainings and school functions as required.
• Support behavior prevention and possible interventions, including safe physical supports.
• Assist with medication administration under RN delegation.
• Administer basic first aid/CPR as per Colorado guidelines.
• Document student data and progress post-training.
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet district needs and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

English language

Bilingual (preferred)

Math basics

PC skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Diversity awareness

Policy following

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree or 48 sem hrs or ACT certified

First Aid/CPR training

Tools

Wheelchairs

Bus lifts

Medical equipment

AV equipment

OT/PT equipment

Job description

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 seeks a Special Education Paraeducator for preschool at the Conrad Early Learning Center. The role involves assisting students with academic, behavioral, and daily living needs, under supervision of teachers and nursing staff.

Responsibilities include reinforcing lessons, implementing IEPs, managing confidentiality, and supporting mobility, feeding, and health-related tasks. Position requires physical ability and commitment to district policies.