SPECIAL ED PARA-PROFESSIONAL (PLATO CAMPUS)

Liberty Common School; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement contributions

Health, dental, vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Earned sick leave

Job summary

Liberty Common School in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Special Ed Para-Professional at Plato Campus to join the Academic Support Team. The role supports students with behavioral challenges, provides tutoring, and helps implement IEPS under supervision.

Hours are 35-40 per week, with a full-time schedule and a salary range of $27,000 to $35,000 annually. As part of the AST, you will work closely with coordinators to implement interventions and support students across the Read Act, ELD, 504, and

Responsibilities

• Assist students with behavioral challenges and maintain high classroom expectations
• Provide tutoring and organizational help to students with IEPs, 504, and at-risk students under supervision
• Help implement individualized education plans (IEPs) as specified
• Assist small groups and individuals with lessons, practice exercises, and seat-work monitoring
• Support students at risk with grades below a C and assist in interventions
• Assist in implementing behavioral management systems as directed by the team
• Create instructional materials under supervision
• Communicate progress and interventions with the team
• Provide paraprofessional support to other professionals on the special education team as needed

Job description

SPECIAL ED PARA-PROFESSIONAL (PLATO CAMPUS)

Full Time Fort Collins, CO, US 1 Attachments

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1289

Salary Range: $27,000.00 To $35,000.00 Annually

The special education paraprofessional is part of the special education and academic support collaborative team. Successful applicants report to the Academic Support Team (AST) Coordinator. Applicants should be dedicated to the mastery of an academic discipline and knowledge-based curriculum.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, Full-time

WORK HOURS: 35-40 hours per week

PAY RANGE: $27,000-$35,000

REPORTS TO: AST Coordinator

REVISION DATE: October 2026

The deadline for receiving application is November 1, 2026, which may be extended and reposted at the school’s discretion.

• Assist students with behavioral challenges and maintain high classroom expectations
• Provide tutoring and organizational help to both students with special education plans and other students at risk under the direct supervision of the coordinator and interventionist.
• Help implement individualized educational plans as specified by IEP documents.
• Assist small groups and individuals with lessons, practice exercises, and monitor seat-work for understanding.
• Help provide support to all Liberty students who are at risk, have grades below a C, and are on Read Act, ELD, 504, and IEP plans.
• Assist in the implementation of any behavioral management system as specified by the special education team.
• Construct and acquire instructional materials designed by the supervising teachers.
• Share ideas and concerns clearly and professionally with the rest of the team.
• Maintain confidentiality of information as required by school policy.
• Assist students with specialized reading or math techniques under supervision of special-education coordinator.
• Help with teacher communication regarding the progress and interventions for students who receive AST service.
• Provide paraprofessional support as outlined above to other professionals on the special education team when needed.
• Other responsibilities as directed by the Academic Support Coordinator.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to maneuver uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to carry or transfer up to 20lbs of supplies frequently.
• Must be able to work in occasionally loud environments.
• Must be able to frequently use office technology including computers, copiers, and printers.
• Must be able to use commercial office tools including paper cutters and staplers.
• Desire and willingness to learn about Liberty’s history and philosophy and to uphold and promote the mission and values of the school.
• Demonstrated competence in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to support effective instructional delivery.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with peers & other staff as a team to improve students' education.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, internet utilization, and general aptitude for learning new software applications.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Experience inbehavior intervention.
• Enrollment in Colorado’s Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and employer contributions to your PERA retirement account.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability insurance.
• Earned sick leave in accordance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces (HFWA) Act.

EEO STATEMENT

Liberty Common School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and school needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Liberty Common School complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all employees and applicants.

Liberty Common School is an EEO employer.

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT

All employment with Liberty Common School is voluntary and is subject to termination by you or Liberty Common School at-will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. There is no guarantee, in any manner, Liberty Common School will continue employment for any set period of time. This applies to all aspects of employment at Liberty Common School including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, placement, discipline, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and access to benefits and training.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Please note this job description is not a comprehensive list of activities, duties, and responsibilities required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice from Liberty Common School.

A complete application includes nothing less than the following items:

Liberty Common School is an EEO employer.

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