Denver Public Schools - Denver, CO
posted 27 days ago
Denver, CO
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
A Special Education Paraprofessional assists students with disabilities in elementary and secondary schools by supporting classroom instruction, implementing IEP goals, managing behaviors, and providing personal care when needed. They work closely with teachers to create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multimedia activities, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities.
- May provide medically invasive (e.g. tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) and daily living (e.g. toileting, diapering, feeding, personal hygiene) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
- Assists and supports the development of lesson plans, and provides feedback to teacher(s)/supervisor(s) on individual students.
- Communicates and coordinates with students and parents (oral and written) about routine educational issues.
Requirements
- To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
- Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization will be provided, as assignment requires.
- Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis.
- Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire.
- If transporting students or using personal or a company vehicle to conduct work duties, they must have a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver's license within the state's required time frame for new residents and meet the District's insurability requirements.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
- 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.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
