Special Education Para-Educator — Intensive Student Support

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Jeffco Public Schools in Jefferson County, Colorado, is seeking a part-time Para-Educator (0.875 FTE) to support an individual student with intensive needs at Deane Elementary, a 1:1 iPad school.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED; no previous experience is required but a year in a K-12 setting is preferred. CPR/First Aid certificates are recommended, CPI training is encouraged, and duties include health support and classroom assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• No prior experience required; preferred one year in a K-12 setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• CPR and First Aid certificates are recommended.
• CPI training is recommended for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and behavioral support for an individual student as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the special education teacher with IEP implementation and materials; provide input when appropriate.
• Attend to health and personal needs; follow district medication protocols as required.
• Perform lunch, recess, and bus duties; supervise students in cafeteria and on playgrounds.
• Apply de-escalation strategies and support safe student behavior; participate in trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned and participate in ongoing district trainings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Student support

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR & First Aid certificates recommended

CPI training recommended

Job description

Jeffco Public Schools in Jefferson County, Colorado, is seeking a part-time Para-Educator (0.875 FTE) to support an individual student with intensive needs at Deane Elementary, a 1:1 iPad school.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED; no previous experience is required but a year in a K-12 setting is preferred. CPR/First Aid certificates are recommended, CPI training is encouraged, and duties include health support and classroom assistance.