Special Education Paraprofessional - High School - Mild/Mod

27J Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

27J Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at Riverdale Ridge High School in Colorado. The role supports students with moderate disabilities, assists teachers, and helps with data collection and behavior plans.

The position is 8.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday, 9 months, with benefits eligibility and a starting hourly rate of $20.89. Requires a High School diploma and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Behavior Plans, IEPs, staff and student handbooks.
• Ability to collect data, write routine reports and simple correspondences.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from general or special education teachers and related services providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and academic support and supervision for students with disabilities in accordance with their IEP in general education and special education classrooms.
• Modify academic materials under direction from teachers and assist with delivery of instruction.
• Identify and facilitate peer relationships and natural supports (assessments).
• Follow through with prescribed behavior intervention plans and monitor safety during school and extracurricular activities.
• Maintain required forms and records as requested by teachers and therapists.
• Attend trainings and student staffings as required by administrators and teachers.

Skills

Data collection

Communication

IEP interpretation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

To drive our mission, 27J Schools employs over 2,000 team members in a variety of professions including educators, administrators, secretaries, accountants, software engineers, programmers, custodians, student support paras, and more.In facilities & operations, we have opportunities for HVAC techs, groundskeepers, electricians, construction managers, school safety personnel, planners, and maintenance.

Located in the Denver metro area 27J is close to the city, DEN airport, Boulder and all the best Colorado has to offer. We empower students in Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton.

Special Education Paraprofessional - High School - Mild/Mod JobID: 10577

• Position Type:
  School Based Support: Secretary, Para, Custodian/ Paraprofessional
• Date Posted:
  10/15/2026
• Location:
  Riverdale Ridge High School
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  10/30/2026

DESCRIPTION

Provide support for students with moderate disabilities in special and general education classes, including modifications of materials, consultation with teachers, and direct instruction. Collect data and maintain student records, supervise students during, before, and after school for safety; and assist with transportation.

SALARY

Classified Grade K, $20.89 per hour to start, depending on relevant experience. 8.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday, 9 month work schedule, paid over 12 months. Position is eligible for benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct instruction and/or academic support and supervision for students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) while in general education and special education classrooms.
• Modify academic materials under direction from the general and/or Special Education teachers and assist with the delivery of instruction.
• Identify and facilitate peer relationships and natural supports (assessments).
• Follow through with prescribed behavior intervention plans throughout the school and community and during extra-curricular activities, including monitoring of the playground, or other school areas to ensure safety and security of students.
• Maintain required forms and records as requested by the Special Education Teacher and/or Related Services Providers.
• De-escalate students as needed using approved CPI measures, as well as following the prescribed Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Consult with general education teachers regarding best practice in special education.
• Communicate observations, concerns, activities, and progress with the Special Education Teacher and other Therapist or Specialists.
• Assist both Special Education and General Education teachers with minor clerical duties are needed
• Attend trainings as required by Building Principal, Special Education Teacher and/or Director of Special Education.
• Attend student staffings as requested by Special Education Teacher and/or Related Services Providers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Behavior Plans, IEPs, staff and student handbooks.
• Ability to collect data, write routine reports and simple correspondences.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from general or special education teachers and related services providers.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred but not required.
• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred, but not required.