PARAPROFESSIONAL, SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

5h•$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 assists with instruction and assessment, student care, community activities, and communication with students, parents, and teachers. Specialized training is provided for invasive procedures as assignment requires. The position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed. New hires are set at $23.178 per hour; the stated internal-candidate range is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour. The listed salary reflects the 2025–2026 school year.

Requirements

Meet an acceptable qualification listed in the district's paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Complete specialized training in invasive procedures when required by the assignment; training will be provided.
Pass District-approved annual written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training.
Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
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 time frame required for new residents, and meet District insurability requirements.
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.
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.

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.
May provide medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, and suctioning, following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
May support students in community activities, including job coaching and using public transportation.
May provide transportation assistance by driving an activity bus.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques according to District training.
Assist with developing lesson plans 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.