(26-27 SY) Paraeducator III (Middle) - Colorado Springs School District 11

Colorado Springs School District 11•Colorado Springs, CO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports students with diverse and intensive learning needs by providing instructional, behavioral, and functional assistance under the direction of licensed staff. The role works with individuals and small groups to reinforce academic, communication, and daily living skills through the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), accommodations, and behavior support strategies. The position monitors and documents student progress and behavior, maintains accurate and confidential records, and contributes to data collection and reporting aligned with compliance requirements. It also assists with physical and medical care needs, which may include toileting, feeding, mobility support, positioning, and implementing health-related procedures (e.g., medication administration or specialized care) as delegated by a registered school nurse. In addition, the role supports classroom operations through organization, material preparation, and use of instructional technology, while maintaining a safe, structured, and sanitary learning environment. The position supervises students across multiple settings to ensure safety, engagement, and independence. Success in this role requires strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to remain flexible, patient, and responsive in a dynamic, student-centered environment. This position may require occasional operation of a non-CDL school or activity bus. Employees must pass a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination and are subject to USDOT-approved substance abuse testing requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an associate’s or higher degree; or demonstrated rigorous standard of quality through a formal state or local academic assessment (ex: ACT-Work Keys and ETS-ParaPro) (for Title 1 Schools Only)
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between district sites
Ability to pass a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination and be subject to USDOT-approved substance abuse testing requirements (if operating a non-CDL school or activity bus)
One (1) year experience working with children with disabilities or in a related setting
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or similar de-escalation training (or ability to obtain)
CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
Ability to meet physical requirements of the position (e.g., assisting with student mobility, toileting, lifting, and transitions)

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in education or related field
Experience with IEP implementation, data collection, or behavior interventions (e.g., ABA, PBIS).
Experience working with students with autism, behavior challenges, medically fragile conditions, hearing or vision loss, or intellectual disabilities
Registered Behavior Technician Certification
Bilingual skills relevant to district population

Responsibilities

Provide instructional support to students under the direction of licensed staff, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and develop academic, communication, and functional skills.
Implement accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies aligned with students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including promoting skill generalization across settings.
Support student learning, including re-teaching concepts and assisting with assignments and executive functioning strategies.
Prepare instructional materials and assist with classroom activities and assessments to support curriculum delivery.
Implement behavior intervention strategies and reinforce positive behavior, social-emotional skills, and appropriate student conduct.
Monitor student behavior and utilize de-escalation techniques and established supports to maintain a safe environment.
Assist students with routines and transitions to promote engagement, independence, and successful participation.
Safely support students who may engage in frequent and intense physical behaviors (e.g., hitting, kicking, biting) by implementing proactive strategies, maintaining safety protocols, and responding with calm, trained interventions.
Assist students with daily living and functional skills, including toileting, hygiene, feeding, positioning, mobility, and other personal care needs as assigned.
Support use and care of specialized equipment and health-related needs as trained.
Provide health-related support, including medication procedures, as delegated by a registered school nurse.
Monitor, document, and report student progress and behavior; maintain accurate records aligned with IEP goals and compliance requirements.
Assist with attendance, data entry, and required paperwork related to student services.
Contribute to data collection, reporting, and communication with staff and IEP teams.
Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to implement instructional and behavioral strategies and support student programming.
Supervise and support students across settings, including classrooms, playgrounds, lunchrooms, field trips, and other school activities, with attention to individual needs.
Support classroom operations through clerical and organizational tasks, including data entry, filing, copying, laminating, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
Assist with classroom logistics and events, including transitions, drills, and specialized programming needs.
Maintain a safe, structured, and sanitary learning environment, including materials and equipment.
Utilize standard office and classroom technology to support instructional, behavioral, and documentation requirements.
Travel between classrooms, programs, and learning environments across the district as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Non-Recurring Pay: 7% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 3.5% on November paycheck and 3.5 % on May paycheck).
Staffing Stability Incentive (Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle School and Mitchell High School): ESP employees will receive the equivalent of one salary step divided over 12 pay periods.
Equal Employment Opportunity (nondiscrimination in relation to disability, need for special education services, race, creed, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, genetic information, or protected activity)

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