Significant Support Needs Special Education Paraprofessional

Garfield-Re--2-School-District; New Castle (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Re-2 School District at Kathryn Senor Elementary, New Castle, CO, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support a student with significant needs. This full-time role offers 34 hours per week across 153 days per year and pays $17.41–$18.84 per hour, with duties under a special education teacher.

Starting immediately for the 2026-2027 school year, the paraprofessional will assist with academics, behavior, communication, personal care, and social interaction to promote independence

Qualifications

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provides individualized support to a student with significant support needs to help them access the educational environment safely and successfully.
• Assists with academic tasks, behavior support, communication, personal care, and social interaction to promote independence and participation in school activities.

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Garfield Re-2 School District Kathryn Senor Elementary School - New Castle, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Significant Support Needs Special Education Paraprofessional

Garfield Re-2 School District Kathryn Senor Elementary School - New Castle, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5893920

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

~2026-2027 School Year!~

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Position Summary: Significant Support Needs Paraprofessional provides individualized support to a student with significant support needs to help them access the educational environment safely and successfully. Working under the supervision of a special education teacher and school staff, the paraprofessional assists with academic tasks, behavior support, communication, personal care, and social interaction to promote independence and participation in school activities.

Status : Full Time, 34 hours per week, 153 days per year

Title: Special Education Paraprofessional:SSN

Location : Kathryn Senor Elementary, New Castle CO

Salary Range:

*In District Experience Salary Range: 17.41-38.44

*No in district experience salary range: 17.41-18.84

Salary Schedules

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $17.41 to $18.84 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tara Dewitte , Princiapl
• Kathryn Senor Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]

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