Paraprofessional, Occupational/Physical Therapist Technician

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Occupational/Physical Therapist Paraprofessional Technician supports licensed Occupational and Physical Therapists in providing motor therapy services, primarily to special education students ages 3–21. The role assists with services and accommodations specified in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), treatment documentation, data collection, equipment, and coordination with therapists and school staff. The position requires a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Denver Public Schools. Applications submitted by November 10, 2026 receive full consideration; applications may continue to be reviewed afterward if the initial review does not identify a candidate. New hires will be paid $23.178 per hour. The stated salary range for internal candidates is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour. This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). DPS describes its culture as valuing Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Total Reward offerings include time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related work experience.
High school diploma or GED, plus one of the following: proof of passing the TABE D Adult Education Test for Reading and Math; minimum SAT scores within the last 5 years of 500 in Math and 470 in Reading; or transcripts verifying at least 48 semester hours of undergraduate coursework from an accredited college or university. An associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university satisfies these minimum requirements.
Successful completion of required District training.
If using a personal or company vehicle for work duties, a valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain one within the state’s required time frame for new residents, and meeting District insurability requirements.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for DPS.
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.
Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

Responsibilities

Assist therapists with direct services, including physical management, manual therapy, positioning, and care of designated students according to their IEPs.
Assist with developing and following daily and weekly schedules with supervising therapists.
Help facilitate therapy-related accommodations and modifications specified in students’ IEPs.
Assist with daily treatment documentation, data collection, and caseload data.
Help care for adaptive equipment, including maintaining an inventory.
Participate in training and follow procedures for caring for children with disabling conditions, including wheelchair safety, lifting, positioning on adaptive equipment, and daily living activities related to student therapy programs.
Assist therapists with preparing and setting up therapy-related equipment and educational materials.
Collaborate with therapists and school staff regarding treatment progress and ideas.
Follow District and student IEP procedures regarding safety, behavior management, and services.
Perform other duties as assigned.