PARAPROFESSIONAL, ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

1d•$23 - $28•Onsite

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 with educational activities, student care, record-keeping, and communication with students, parents, teachers, and supervisors. Some duties may include medically invasive procedures after required training, transportation assistance, and lifting or transporting students using appropriate equipment and techniques.

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, 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.
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; support 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.
Provide medically invasive procedures such as tube feeding, catheterization, or suctioning when assigned, following universal precautions and training.
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 the development of lesson plans.
Provide teachers and supervisors with feedback about individual students.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine educational issues.