SPED Paraprofessional/Significant Support Needs 1:1

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Harrison School District 2 in Colorado Springs seeks a SPED paraprofessional for the Significant Support Needs program. Under licensed supervision, you will provide instructional support and help implement IEP-based services in a least restrictive environment.

You will collaborate with teachers and administrators, assist with data and records, and help maintain student confidentiality. Secondary duties include crossing guard and lunchroom monitoring as needed.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree or higher or two years of college required or approved alternative.
• Experience assisting students with special needs is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Provide instructional support to students under supervision of a licensed school professional.
• Assist with data collection, records, and confidentiality in accordance with FERPA.
• Collaborate with educators and staff on academic and behavioral plans.
• Support students in individual, small, and large groups and supervise in various settings.
• Perform crossing guard duties and lunchroom monitor duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Collaborative teamwork

Instructional support

Behavioral support

Adaptability

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or higher / 2 years college

Jobbeschreibung

For School Year 2026-2027

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

THIS POSITION IS FOR A SPED PARAPROFESSIONAL IN THE SIGNIFICANT SUPPORT NEEDS PROGRAM (SSN)

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

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

(Compensation will include an additional $1.00/hour for paraprofessionals in these Center Based Special Education programs: Affective Needs, SSN, CSD and TAP)

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.

For School Year 2026-2027

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

THIS POSITION IS FOR A SPED PARAPROFESSIONAL IN THE SIGNIFICANT SUPPORT NEEDS PROGRAM (SSN)

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

Click on the following link to view the full pay range on the ESP Salary Schedule: https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

(Compensation will include an additional $1.00/hour for paraprofessionals in these Center Based Special Education programs: Affective Needs, SSN, CSD and TAP)

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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• 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.
• Associate's Degree (or higher) OR two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester hours) OR passed the District-approved assessment to meet the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act required within 30 calendar days of hire (e.g. ACT-Work Keys Exam).
• Upload/Scan transcripts if applicable.
• 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