PARAPROFESSIONAL, ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•$23 - $28

About The Position

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings. The role assists teachers and supervisors with instruction, assessment, student support, routine communication, and other classroom and administrative activities. It may also involve personal care, trained medical procedures, student lifting and transportation assistance.

Requirements

Meet qualifications described in the District's paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Pass District-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training annually.
Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
If transporting students, have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and meet District insurability requirements.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
Lead for racial and educational excellence, work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity, and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

Assist with testing and assessment, multimedia activities, general office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities.
Provide daily living support, including toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene, as trained.
May provide medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, and suctioning, following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
May provide transportation assistance by driving an activity bus.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques according to District training.
Assist with and support lesson-plan development and provide feedback to teachers or supervisors about individual students.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine educational issues.