SPED Paraprofessional/Moderate Needs

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison School District 2 in Colorado Springs seeks a SPED paraprofessional to support students with moderate needs under licensed supervision. You will work on instructional programs, implement approved modifications, and assist with data collection while maintaining student confidentiality.

The role includes collaboration with teachers, classroom supervision in various settings, and duties such as crossing guard and lunchroom monitoring as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years experience; experience with children with special needs preferred.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• CPR/First Aid preferred; district training to be completed within 36 months.
• Basic English writing and communication skills; familiarity with FERPA may be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support and assistance under supervision of a licensed school professional.
• Support instructional programs for students in individual, small and large groups with IEP-based modifications.
• Assist with data collection, updating records and maintaining student files while protecting confidentiality.
• Collaborate with special and regular educators and administrators on academic/behavioral issues.
• Attend and participate in district and building in-service opportunities and committee work.
• Perform crossing guard duties and lunchroom monitor duties as assigned.
• Assist with behavior management and crisis intervention as needed to meet goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid preferred

Core District Sped Paraprofessional training within 36 months

Job description

For School Year 2026-2027

183- Work Day Calendar 7- 7.5 hrs/day (determined by school)

THIS POSITION IS FOR A SPED PARAPROFESSIONAL/MODERATE NEEDS (MOD NEEDS)

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.60+ (Salary placement is based on experience.)

https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

Job Summary

Provide instructional support and assistance in meeting the educational needs of students, under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed school professional. Services provided vary based on Individual Education Plans (IEP) and requirements to provide services in the least restrictive environment.

• Support instructional programs and provide instructional assistance for students in individual, small and large group settings. Implement approved modifications and/or accommodations of curriculum. Supervise and facilitate students in the classroom and a variety of settings that may include the lunchroom, playground, field trips, extra-curricular activities, or on-the-job training.
• Help and support students with special needs which may include emotional issues, self‑help skills, fine and gross motor, visual, auditory, physical, medical and health needs, educational, prevocational and life skills in a least restrictive environment.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and assist students with problem solving techniques and conflict resolution. Enforces district policies regarding behaviors and discipline to help correct behavioral problems and meet behavioral goals.
• Collaborate and communicate with other special and regular educators and administrators with regard to academic and behavioral issues and observations. Provide suggestions, feedback and support to building staff, administrators, parents and outside agencies regarding effective strategies for facilitating learning.
• Assist the school professional by helping with data collection, updating records and documentation while helping maintain student files and class records. Maintain compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Attend and participate in district and building in‑service opportunities and committee work.
• (Elementary/K-8) Perform crossing guard duties as assigned by school administration to include attending crossing guard training and direction action of children and traffic at assigned crosswalks in order to ensure safe crossing.
• (Elementary/K-8) Perform lunchroom monitor duties as assigned by school administration to include assisting students with lining up to receive their lunches, helping students open items on their trays, enforcing lunchroom rules, leading students to the lunchroom, dismissing students from the lunchroom, wiping down tables, and assisting with organizing and implementing indoor activities for students during inclement weather.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Training And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Upload/Scan transcripts if applilcable.
• 0 2 years experience. Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid preferred.
• Core District Special Education Paraprofessional training or requirements must be acquired within 36 months of hire.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Basic English, writing and communication skills
• Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Note:

Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un‑redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resumés may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post‑secondary education.

FLSA: Non‑Exempt