Special Education Assistant - Student Specific, Heiman Elementary School

Greeley; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 28,254 - 43,904; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans

Paid Leave

Job summary

Greeley is seeking a Special Education Assistant for Heiman Elementary School to support students with significant needs, ensuring their academic progress and personal care. Required qualifications include an AA degree or 48 semester hours, with training available for preferred skills.

The role involves assisting in creating an enriching learning environment and requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits include medical coverage, paid leave, and participation in retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Required: AA degree or 48 semester hours, or passing scores on WorkKeys exam.
• Preferred: CPI training (training provided), CPR/First Aid (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Support the academic programming and progress of individual students.
• Provide student-specific personal care and support.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Bilingual skills

Education

AA degree or 48 semester hours

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Student Specific, Heiman Elementary School (JobID: 15956)

Position Details

• Position Type: Special Education - Non-licensed/ Special Education Assistant
• Classified: Non-Exempt
• Contract Length/Days: (2026-2027/182 days)
• Salary: $20.51 per hour plus benefits; Range 18. Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent rehires up to $31.87 per hour plus benefits.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance, 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans available immediately.
• Paid Leave: sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays per policy manual.
• Reports to: School Principal
• Location: Heiman Elementary School
• Job ID: 15956
• Date Posted: July 1, 2026
• Deadline for application: Until filled

Education / Experience

• Required: AA degree or 48 semester hours, or passing scores on WorkKeys exam
• Preferred: CPI training (training provided), CPR/First Aid (training provided)

Job Description

Summary/Objective: Provide an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and/or skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible members of society. Facilitate learning and guide students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturation. Responsible to the building principal and department director where assigned.

Essential Job Functions

• Support the academic programming and progress of individual students and/or small groups of students with identified significant needs.
• Provide student-specific personal care and support.

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Prior experience working in a school setting or with children with special needs.
• Strong verbal communication skills, ability to move quickly in response to student needs, desire to work in a team setting, positive attitude.
• Upper body strength to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Paraprofessional experience preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred, but not required.

Other Duties

Miscellaneous duties may change at any time without notice. Regular attendance required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs., sit for long periods, and maintain visual, auditory and ambulatory acuity.

Travel

None.

Contact

For questions contact Human Resource Office at 970-348-6059.

EEO/AAP Statement

Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows: James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer, 1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631, Phone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]