PARAPROFESSIONAL, SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION - 9TH-12TH GRADE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

2h•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of middle and high school students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings. The role may involve assisting with assessments and classroom activities, supporting students’ personal care and community participation, helping teachers develop lesson plans, and communicating with students and parents about routine educational matters. Specialized training for invasive procedures may be provided as required by the assignment. The position is represented by an employee association. Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.

Requirements

Meet qualifications accepted for the role as described in the district's paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
Pass District-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training annually.
If transporting students or using a personal or company vehicle for work, hold a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within the state's required timeframe for new residents, 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, 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, following universal precautions and training.
Assist with community activities, which may include job coaching and use of public transportation.
Provide transportation assistance by driving an activity bus when needed.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques in accordance with District training.
Assist with and support lesson plan development, and provide teachers or supervisors with feedback about individual students.
Communicate and coordinate orally and in writing with students and parents about routine educational issues.