Special Needs Paraeducator — Inspire & Support IEPs

Cherry Creek School District; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek School District seeks a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with serious disabilities under licensed special education staff. Duties include assisting with curriculum, implementing programming, and recording progress across in-person and remote assignments (IEP-aligned).

Responsibilities also cover material preparation, behavior support, and providing technical physical care as needed, with emphasis on both individual and small-group instruction and ensuring a hygienic

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• High School Equivalency diploma required.
• No professional work experience required.
• Medication administration training provided by the District as needed.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with classroom activities and adapt curriculum to individual needs.
• Implement IEP-moutlined accommodations and programming; maintain progress records.
• Assist with materials, tests, attendance, and paperwork; support classroom events.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal relations

Organizational skills

One-on-one & small group work

Microsoft Office basic

Education

High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cherry Creek School District seeks a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with serious disabilities under licensed special education staff. Duties include assisting with curriculum, implementing programming, and recording progress across in-person and remote assignments (IEP-aligned).

Responsibilities also cover material preparation, behavior support, and providing technical physical care as needed, with emphasis on both individual and small-group instruction and ensuring a hygienic