Special Education Paraprofessional

Lewis Palmer School District; Monument (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

PERA retirement

Job summary

Lewis-Palmer School District seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional for Bear Creek Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. The role is full-time, 7.5 hours per day, working on all student contact days plus three PD days for a total of 165 days.

Benefits include PERA and health insurance; eligibility applies to full-time employees. The position supports students in moderate and severe needs programs under supervision, with a starting hourly wage stated between $19.95 and $21.51 depending on

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting intensified learning experiences for students in assigned areas of study.
• Support students in our moderate and severe needs programs.

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional (JobID: 5910)

• Location: Bear Creek Elementary School
• Date Available: 26-27 School Year
• Contract: Full-time, 7.5 hours per day

Join our Bear Creek Elementary team for the 2026-2027 school year as a full time Special Education Paraprofessional and see how your support helps students and yourself, thrive. This position will be working on all student contact days plus three professional development days determined by the principal for a total of 165 days. This position is full time, 7.5 hours per day, and is eligible for benefits. Under general supervision, the position assists in conducting intensified learning experiences for students in assigned areas of study. This position will support students in our moderate and severe needs programs.

The starting hourly wage for this position is $19.95 - $21.51,depending on previous experience. A higher starting 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.

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]