Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Education Inclusive

DPS•Denver, CO

21h•$22 - $26

About The Position

Applications will be received until Mach 12, 2026 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . About this job: Supports teachers by providing assistance with educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of preschool children with disabilities in an inclusive preschool setting. NOTE: Position requires that the employee work in an inclusive preschool program such as an ECE 3-4 inclusive classroom. Note: Here is a link to the Paraprofessional Qualifications Guide What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary Range: New hires will be set at $22.00 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.00 to $26.290 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

Requirements

Must have a High School diploma/GED plus one of the following: Proof of passing the TABE D Adult Education Test for Reading and Math; minimum SAT scores (within the last 5 years) of 500 in Math and 470 in Reading; or transcript(s) verifying at least 48 semester hours of undergraduate coursework from an accredited college or university
Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis
Specialized training in invasive procedures such as tube feeding, and catheterization, will be provided as assignment requires
Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire
Knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook
Effective time management and organizational skills
Effective communication skills, including ability to communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to provide a positive learning environment and promote student independence
Ability to monitor and supervise assigned student activity for sustained periods of time to anticipate and maintain safe environment
High degree of confidentiality in handling sensitive information
Ability to coordinate and work effectively with site staff, school and community, and a diverse student population
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations in a fast-paced environment with the ability to plan and organize work, at times with interruptions
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience modifying tasks and/or designing adaptations within job/community setting preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred and may be required for some positions
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

Responsibilities

Facilitates and supports accommodations and modifications specified on Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and teacher lesson plans
Prepares and sets-up educational materials for preschool children with and without disabilities
Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and other educational staff; communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues
Assists with conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities as they pertain to working with preschool children with and without disabilities
Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained and directed; additional duties may include health support delegation such as g-tube feeding or catheterization
Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and lifting techniques
Supports embedded and direct learning opportunities during all daily activities in the preschool class schedule
Assists in maintaining high and low adaptive technology equipment
Monitors student activity in classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, playgrounds and other locations as required or requested
Completes training programs and attends meetings as required