Special Education Paraeducator I | Early Childhood Support

Henry Elementary School; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Elementary School in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Educational Support Professional (Paraeducator I: Special Education) to support PreK-12 students with disabilities under a certified teacher. The role emphasizes implementing IEP-based accommodations, behavioral plans, and data-driven progress reporting while assisting with assessments, attendance, and clerical tasks.

The position requires collaboration, adaptability, and strong attention to detail as staff support students across

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with disabilities or in related settings
• Knowledge of IEPs, accommodations, and modifications
• Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and behavioral support to students under a certified teacher
• Implement accommodations, modifications and IEP-aligned strategies
• Monitor and report student progress and behavior with Medicaid documentation as applicable
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with assessments and attendance
• Support classroom operations and clerical tasks
• Assist students with routines, transitions and independence
• Supervise students across settings including classroom, playground and field trips
• Utilize office and classroom technology to support documentation

Skills

IEP knowledge

Behavior support

Data documentation

Collaboration

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Henry Elementary School in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Educational Support Professional (Paraeducator I: Special Education) to support PreK-12 students with disabilities under a certified teacher. The role emphasizes implementing IEP-based accommodations, behavioral plans, and data-driven progress reporting while assisting with assessments, attendance, and clerical tasks.

The position requires collaboration, adaptability, and strong attention to detail as staff support students across