Paraprofessional, Elementary Special Education, K-5Th

DPS•Denver, CO

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. This is a temporary position for the 2026–2027 school year only. The role assists with testing and assessment, multimedia activities, office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities. It provides daily living support, which may include toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene, as trained. The paraprofessional may also perform medically invasive procedures after receiving required training and may assist with student transportation by driving an activity bus. The position supports lesson-plan development, provides feedback to teachers and supervisors about individual students, and communicates with students and parents about routine educational issues.

Requirements

Meet the qualifications specified in the District’s paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Pass District-approved written and physical examinations covering de-escalation and physical-restraint training annually.
Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
If transporting students, hold a valid driver’s license, have a good driving record, and meet District insurability requirements.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed by the District.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
Support racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
Believe in 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.
Perform medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, or suctioning, when required by the assignment and as trained and directed, following universal precautions.
Assist with student transportation by driving an activity bus when needed.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques according to District training.
Assist with and support lesson-plan development.
Provide teachers and supervisors with feedback about individual students.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine educational issues.