PARAPROFESSIONAL, INSTRUCTIONAL

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Provides advanced assistance and support to teachers and administration, including instructional and behavioral management duties. Supports students with in-class work, helps prepare assignments and grade student work, and may assist in a Library Media Center or Computer Lab. The role supervises students, supports instructional programs, reinforces learning, and helps maintain a safe and positive learning environment. The position is with Denver Public Schools (DPS), which serves more than 89,000 students across 193 schools and has more than 10,000 staff members. Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado. Applications submitted by October 29, 2026 receive full consideration; applications may continue to be reviewed afterward if the initial process does not identify a candidate. Applicants must apply online.

Requirements

Refer to the paraprofessional qualifications guide for acceptable qualifications.
Comply with DPS security, safety, and driving policies, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Support racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed by DPS.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned students and assist with instructional programs as directed.
Assist with testing and assessment, multimedia activities, recordkeeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities as directed.
Prepare and set up educational materials; support lesson-plan development and provide teachers or supervisors with feedback about individual students.
Present subject matter under teacher direction using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing.
Assist individuals and small groups of students and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
Discuss and coordinate instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine issues in their native language.
Monitor students at assigned sites and reinforce positive behavior and student-related policies and rules.
Provide instructional support in designated curricula, which may include reading, writing, science, social studies, mathematics, and library media.
Support instruction in personal computer hardware and software skills or, when designated, oversee the general function, operation, and maintenance of a computer laboratory.
Maintain the confidentiality of student information.
Complete required training programs and attend required meetings.