Special Education Paraprofessional II – ILS Support

IMDiversity; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Disability benefits

Employee walk-in clinic

Optional benefit elections

Job summary

Poudre School District in Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks a Paraprofessional Integrated Services II for Werner Elementary School to support the Integrated Learning Supports (ILS) program and students with significant support needs.

The role includes assisting teachers with accommodations and personal care, implementing behavior plans, and using assistive devices. Pay ranges $20.42–$22.87/hour; 3.25 hours/day, 186 days/year; PSD offers PERA retirement and disability coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of higher education or an associate’s degree preferred/required.
• WorkKeys assessment demonstrating instructional competency within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers by implementing instruction and reteaching concepts for students with significant support needs.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and respond to crises to ensure safety.
• Monitor students across classrooms, hallways, and during transitions; enforce safety procedures.
• Provide personal care support including hygiene and mobility assistance; coordinate with nursing staff.
• Use assistive technology and augmentative communication to support students.
• Maintain detailed records on student behavior and progress; input Medicaid and data for IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, mental health staff, and case managers to implement IEP goals and crisis plans.
• Help students develop self-regulation, social skills, and daily living abilities.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

English language skills

Interpersonal relations skills

Mathematical skills

Bilingual communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of higher education or associate’s degree

WorkKeys assessment competency within one year of hire

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computers & peripherals

Job description

Poudre School District in Fort Collins, Colorado, seeks a Paraprofessional Integrated Services II for Werner Elementary School to support the Integrated Learning Supports (ILS) program and students with significant support needs.

The role includes assisting teachers with accommodations and personal care, implementing behavior plans, and using assistive devices. Pay ranges $20.42–$22.87/hour; 3.25 hours/day, 186 days/year; PSD offers PERA retirement and disability coverage.