Special Education Paraeducator I: Help Students Thrive

Young World Physical Education; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Springs School District 11 is seeking a Paraeducator I for Special Education—Mild/Moderate Needs at McAuliffe Elementary. You will provide instructional and behavioral support under a certified teacher, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and build academic and daily living skills.

This role requires collaboration, adaptability, and attention to detail, across multiple school settings, with responsibility for documentation and Medicaid-related reporting where

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college/associate degree or equivalent demonstrated through state/local assessment for Title 1 schools.
• Experience working with children with disabilities or related setting preferred.
• Bilingual skills relevant to district population preferred.
• Associate degree or higher in education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and behavioral support to students under a certified teacher, individually or in small groups.
• Implement IEP accommodations and instructional modifications.
• Monitor and document student progress and behavior per IEP goals and Medicaid requirements.
• Assist with materials, assessments, attendance, and related clerical tasks.
• Support students with daily routines, transitions, and independence.
• Supervise students across settings (classroom, playground, field trips, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records and report outcomes to teachers and administrators.

Skills

IEP goals

Behavior plans

Data documentation

Collaboration

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college / associate degree requirement

Experience with disabilities

Bilingual skills (preferred)

Associate degree or higher (preferred)

Job description

Colorado Springs School District 11 is seeking a Paraeducator I for Special Education—Mild/Moderate Needs at McAuliffe Elementary. You will provide instructional and behavioral support under a certified teacher, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and build academic and daily living skills.

This role requires collaboration, adaptability, and attention to detail, across multiple school settings, with responsibility for documentation and Medicaid-related reporting where