Special Education Paraprofessional

Lewis Palmer School District; Monument (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

PERA retirement

Job summary

Lewis-Palmer School District 38 in Monument, CO is seeking a full-time paraprofessional for Bear Creek Elementary School starting on or after September 22, 2026. Position supports K-6 students with SSN needs; requires flexibility and teamwork to implement education plans.

The role is 7.5 hours per day, full-time with benefits. Starting pay is $19.15–$20.71 per hour, with higher rates for relevant licenses or degrees. Applications reviewed as received and will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

• Must be willing and able to support students with a variety of special needs.
• Able to work with K-6 populations with SSN population focus.
• Flexible team player and desire to work with elementary learners.
• Ability to assist in small group activities or one-on-one to follow educational support plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist in small group activities or work one-on-one to follow educational support plans.
• Support students with a variety of special needs in a K-6 setting.
• Collaborate with classroom staff to implement instructional strategies.

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lewis-Palmer School District 38

• Date Posted: 9/18/2026
• Location: Bear Creek Elementary School
• Date Available: 26-27 School Year

Lewis-Palmer School District 38, located in Monument, CO, is looking for a full timespecial education paraprofessional beginning on or after September 22, 2026 at Bear Creek Elementary School. Must be willing and able to support students with a variety of special needs. This position would be working with K-6 populations with a focus on our Signiant Support Needs (SSN) population. Must be a flexible team player and have the genuine desire to work with elementary aged learners. Must be able to assist in small group activities or work one-on-one to follow the educational support plans for the students.

This is a full time position, working on all student contact days plus three professional development days determined by the principal. The starting hourly wage for this position is $19.15 - $20.71 depending on previous experience. A higher starting wage rate may be granted to applicants who hold one of the following: a current Colorado educator's license, bachelor's degree, RBT certification, CNA license or RMA/CMA certificate. This position is full time, 7.5 hrs per day, and is eligible for benefits. The start date for this position is on or after September 22, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and this position will remain open until filled.

All employees are eligible for participation in the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Account, PERA. Full-time employees, employed at least thirty hours per week, of Lewis-Palmer School District are eligible for health insurance plans that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. The employees may choose from a selection of plans that include coverage additional options for individuals, employee plus spouse, employee plus children, and family plans. Paid leave is accrued in accordance with District policies and afforded to all persons in accordance with Colorado law.

Lewis-Palmer School District does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment or any programs or activities based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. Compliance Coordinator: Alicia Welch Title IX Compliance Officer, 146 N. Jefferson Street PO Box 40, Monument, CO 80132, [phone] , or email [e-mail]

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