Severe Needs Paraeducator - Remote & In-Person Support

Cherry Creek Careers; Colorado; On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Careers seeks a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe special education needs under licensed staff supervision. Responsibilities include adapting curriculum, assisting with behavior strategies, and maintaining records in both in-person and remote settings.

The role emphasizes delivering materials, monitoring progress, providing technical care, and ensuring a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma required.
• No professional work experience required.
• Ability to modify curriculum and instruction for individual student needs.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with classroom activities and adapt curriculum for individual needs (Daily).
• Implement accommodations, supports, and IEP-based procedures; maintain progress records (Daily).
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with tests, attendance, and paperwork (Daily).
• Support remote learning by assisting with technology access and executive functioning strategies (Daily).
• Deter and de-escalate behaviors and help develop social interactions among students (Daily).
• Assist with supervising activities, drills, and general classroom events (Daily).

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

One-on-one support

Education

High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cherry Creek Careers seeks a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe special education needs under licensed staff supervision. Responsibilities include adapting curriculum, assisting with behavior strategies, and maintaining records in both in-person and remote settings.

The role emphasizes delivering materials, monitoring progress, providing technical care, and ensuring a safe environment.