SPED Paraeducator — Help Students Thrive

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 in Colorado Springs is seeking a paraeducator to support students with diverse needs across academic, behavioral, and health-related supports. You will assist with instruction, mobility, feeding, diapering, and supervision in classroom and on campus.

The role requires high school diploma or higher, an associate degree or 48 college credits or ACT certification, First Aid/CPR training, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree/48 semester hours/ACT certification.
• First Aid/CPR training.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to meet the needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and reinforce academic and social-emotional-behavioral content.
• Support students so they participate in class with lesson plans.
• Implement instruction and IEP-related routines as directed.
• Provide direct care including toileting and feeding needs.
• Prepare classroom and maintain records.
• Communicate observations to staff confidentially and timely.
• Supervise students during transitions and activities.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.
• Administer medication under RN delegation.
• Provide first aid and CPR per guidelines.

Skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

English skills

Bilingual preferred

Math skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Diversity awareness

Policy familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree or 48 semester hours or ACT certified

Tools

Wheelchairs

Bus lifts

Medical equipment

Job description

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 in Colorado Springs is seeking a paraeducator to support students with diverse needs across academic, behavioral, and health-related supports. You will assist with instruction, mobility, feeding, diapering, and supervision in classroom and on campus.

The role requires high school diploma or higher, an associate degree or 48 college credits or ACT certification, First Aid/CPR training, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.