Special Education Paraprofessional

Cross Country Education; Colorado; On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Bonuses and incentives

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education seeks Special Education Paraprofessionals in Colorado Springs, CO to provide individualized academic, behavioral, and daily support to students with diverse learning and behavioral needs across elementary through high school settings.

You will collaborate with teachers and staff to promote engagement, safety, and independence, while maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with the educational team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Previous school paraprofessional experience required.
• Experience supporting students with behavioral needs, with the ability to remain patient, flexible, and effective in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students across elementary through high school settings.
• Assist students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and daily living needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to promote student engagement, safety, and independence.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate with teachers and school personnel.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Behavioral support experience

Patience and flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make a meaningful impact every school day and help students reach their full potential! Cross Country Education is seeking Special Education Paraprofessionals in Colorado Springs, CO to provide individualized academic, behavioral, and daily support to students with diverse learning and behavioral needs across elementary through high school settings.

Position Overview

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students across elementary through high school settings, including Resource, Significant Support Needs (SSN) – Moderate/Severe, Preschool, and CSD programs.
• Assist students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and daily living needs while implementing individualized support strategies and classroom plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and other school personnel to promote student engagement, safety, independence, and success.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate effectively with teachers, school staff, and other members of the educational team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Driver's License
• Previous school paraprofessional experience required
• Experience supporting students with behavioral needs, with the ability to remain patient, flexible, and effective in challenging situations

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn$24.50 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Paraprofessional, plus weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to supportlong-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Choose from full-time or part-time opportunities with schedules of up to 35 hours per week, plus paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.