Special Education Paraprofessional: Support & Growth in School

Garfield-Re--2-School-District; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Aflac products

Employee assistance programs

Surgery plus opportunities

Paid time off

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Holiday pay

PERA retirement plan

Identity theft protection

Local discounts

Verizon Wireless discount

Job summary

Garfield Re-2 School District seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional at Rifle High School in Rifle, Colorado. The role supports special education teachers, assist with instruction and health needs, and may involve clerical tasks, life skills, and behavior management.

Salary is set per district scales at 17.41–18.84 USD per hour, with a full-time schedule of 34 hours per week over 153 days per year. Starting date is August 10, 2026, and the position provides standard district benefits.

Qualifications

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction, medical and health needs of special education students.
• Provide assistance to special education teachers.
• Provide clerical support (documentation).
• Assist with daily functions such as toileting, feeding, and life skills instruction and behaviour management.
• Promote good community relations among school and community.

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Garfield Re-2 School District seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional at Rifle High School in Rifle, Colorado. The role supports special education teachers, assist with instruction and health needs, and may involve clerical tasks, life skills, and behavior management.

Salary is set per district scales at 17.41–18.84 USD per hour, with a full-time schedule of 34 hours per week over 153 days per year. Starting date is August 10, 2026, and the position provides standard district benefits.