Special Education Paraprofessional

Canon City Schools; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Other optional benefit elections

Longevity and professional development

Job summary

Canon City Schools is seeking a paraprofessional at Cañon City High School to provide instructional and supervisory support under the direction of licensed staff. The role emphasizes assisting with special education programming and classroom routines to promote student growth.

Requirements include a high school diploma (AA preferred), ability to read and write clearly, and willingness to obtain required licensure or certifications.

Qualifications

• Proficiency on paraprofessional assessment or equivalent.
• AA Degree or 48 hours of undergrad coursework preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write and follow directions accurately.
• Experience with Lindamood Bell preferred.
• MANDT Training to be completed upon hire.
• Pre-employment physical required.
• Willingness to obtain substitute teaching license if needed.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision to provide instructional and general support to students and teachers.
• Assist with both general and special education activities.
• Support 1-to-1, small groups or full classroom settings as directed by supervising staff.
• Maintain professional appearance and positive relationships with students, staff and the public.
• Support classroom management and school-wide plans.
• Adhere to district/classroom handbooks and policies.
• Occasionally substitute in classrooms as needed.

Skills

Paraprofessional assessment

AA degree or 48 credit hours

Reading/writing comprehension

Lindamood Bell experience

MANDT Training

Pre-employment physical

Substitute teaching license

Education

AA Degree or 48 credit hours

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Start Date:

As agreed upon for the 2026-2027 School Year

Position Type:

Full-time, 164 days per year

Location:

Cañon City High School

Salary:

Pay for this position is determined by the Instructional Support Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education, $17.51-18.56 per hour/minimum pay, $50.00 a day extra if assigned as a certified substitute teacher. Additional Center Based Stipend ranging from $600-$1,200 depending on start date and student assignments.

Benefits Include:

• Health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• PERA retirement
• paid time off
• as well as other optional benefit elections
• Longevity and professional development incentives

Purpose of the Job:

Operates under general guidelines provided by a supervising teacher under the direction of the site administrator(s), and provides instructional, supervisory general and/or special educational assistance to students and teachers. Special Education implements specialized programming and/or instructional support both in and outside of the general education classroom, supervised by the special education teacher for the purpose of student growth.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficiency on paraprofessional assessment, possess an AA Degree, or the equivalency of two years of undergraduate college classes (approximately 48 hours) preferred.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a school atmosphere with staff members, students and the public.
• Ability to read, write and speak in order to comply with directions and instructions to complete tasks and establish priorities.
• Experience in Lindamood Bell preferred.
• MANDT Training to be completed upon hire.
• Pass pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to obtain if needed a substitute teaching license (paid for by district).

Position Duties Include:

• The ability to work with multiple grade level students and sensitive material.
• Demonstrate reliability in all work situations.
• Present a professional appearance personally and in the work area.
• Promote and maintain positive working relationships with peers, students, parents and the public.
• Be knowledgeable about the job.
• Always strive to stay on task and produce high quality work.
• Under the direction of the supervising teacher, implement schedules and routines, work 1-to-1, in small groups or in full classroom settings.
• Complete and perform clerical tasks, and support school-wide and classroom management plans.
• Meet the educational, physical and emotional needs of a variety of students assigned.
• Model the District's Mission and Belief Statements.
• Possess skills to be able to utilize basic technology as directed by the District to communicate and function effectively.
• May include outside supervision in inclement weather.
• Assist with supervisory, clerical or other job-related duties as assigned.
• Adhere to the district classified handbook and school staff handbook.
• May be asked to sub in classrooms when needed.

Inquiries:

Inquiries may be made to Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, CO, 81212, 719-276-5700.

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity:

In compliance with Titles VI; VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, School District Fremont RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

School District Fremont RE-1 has established complaint procedures for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. Complaints may be filed verbally, in writing, or anonymously. If you wish to file a complaint using the district complaint form, please submit it to: Ms. Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, Title IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, Colorado 81212 – Telephone: [phone], Email:[e-mail]