Special Education Paraprofessional - Intensive Support - 2 Positions

27J Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

27J Schools seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional - Intensive Support in the Denver metro area to provide direct academic and behavioral assistance to students with disabilities. You will support teachers, modify materials, and help implement life skills and personal care tasks as delegated by the school nurse.

Position runs 8.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday, with a 9‑month schedule and benefits eligibility. Prior IEP experience and CPI familiarity are valued assets in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with students with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or obtainable within 2 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and support for students with social/emotional disabilities in special education and general education classes.
• Modify materials and classroom environment under direction from teachers.
• Identify and facilitate peer relationships and natural supports.
• Follow behavior intervention plans and CPI measures to ensure safety.
• Maintain required forms and records and communicate progress to staff.
• Assist teachers with clerical duties and attend trainings and meetings.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals and implement daily routines for consistency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Data collection

Education

High school diploma

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 - Intensive Support - 2 Positions JobID: 10669

• Position Type: School Based Support: Secretary, Para, Custodian/ Paraprofessional
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Location: Southlawn Elementary
• Date Available: November 2026
• Closing Date: 11/04/2026

DESCRIPTION

Provide direct academic and behavioral support for students with severe disabilities in special education and/or general education classes, including modifications of materials, consultation with teachers, direct instruction, life skills training as well as provide personal care / medical assistance as delegated by the School Nurse. Collect data and maintain student records. Must be able to work with difficult and sometimes physical students.

SALARY

Classified Grade L, $21.66 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 social/emotional disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) while in special education and general education classrooms and other areas within the school building.
• Provide direct instruction; modify academic materials and/or the classroom environment under direction from the Special Education teacher or other Related Service Providers.
• 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 lunchroom, 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 Service Providers.
• De-escalate students as needed using approved CPI measures, as well as following the prescribed Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Communicate observations, concerns, activities and progress with the Special Education Teachers and other Therapists or Specialists.
• Assist both Special Education and General Education teachers with minor clerical duties as 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.
• Collaborate with other paraprofessionals and follow direct instruction from special education team.
• Follow daily routines and schedules for individual students to implement consistency
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Behavior Intervention Plans, IEPs, and staff and student handbooks.
• Ability to collect data, write routine reports and simple correspondences.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math, including algebra and geometry.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred at time of hire or able to obtain within 2 months of hire.
• Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with students with social and/or emotional disabilities preferred but not required.
• Skills in crisis management, flexibility, patience and ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
• Valid driver's license is required to obtain a small vehicle permit, if required to transport students.