Remote Severe Needs Paraeducator

Cherry Creek Schools; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Schools is seeking a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe special education needs under licensed staff guidance. You will assist in classroom activities, adapt curricula, and help with behavior strategies, progress monitoring, and materials preparation.

In remote and on-site settings, you will provide technical and instructional support, ensuring a safe, hygienic environment while applying crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills required at an intermediate level.
• Interpersonal relations and organizational skills essential for daily duties.
• Ability to work both independently and with others in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with classroom activities and adapt curriculum for individual needs and generalization of skills.
• Implement IEP accommodations, maintain progress and behavior records with licensed staff.
• Prepare materials, assist with tests, attendance, and related paperwork; support in fire drills and events.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Work alone

Team collaboration

Education

High School Equivalency diploma

Associate’s degree

CPR and First Aid certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cherry Creek Schools is seeking a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe special education needs under licensed staff guidance. You will assist in classroom activities, adapt curricula, and help with behavior strategies, progress monitoring, and materials preparation.

In remote and on-site settings, you will provide technical and instructional support, ensuring a safe, hygienic environment while applying crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed.