Paraprofessional-SPED (Middle School) - Colorado Springs School District 11
About The Position
Assist Special Education/Regular Education teachers to meet the needs of children with special needs with academics, behavior modification, personal hygiene and /or physical/emotional conditions. Why you will love working at Swigert We empower students as change agents who take ownership of their learning with passion and kindness. Our students will shape their own paths as learners with the skills and tools to participate meaningfully in our society. We are committed to helping every student reach his or her potential by providing a safe, loving environment, implementing the latest sound instructional practices, and teaming with parents to support the well-being and positive learning attitudes of our students.
Requirements
- Knowledge of modern office practices and operation of standard office appliances, including desktop computers, copy machines and faxes.
- Knowledge of classroom routine and general school procedures.
- Knowledge of educational disabilities
- Ability to work effectively with children with disabilities
- Ability to relate well with children
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to follow directions and be flexible
- High School diploma or equivalent
Responsibilities
- Works under the direction of a certified teacher to provide instructional support to students
- Create a positive classroom environment which upholds and enforces the school rules and is conducive to learning
- Demonstrates punctuality, good attendance, good attitude
- Develops and maintains professional working relations with other District employees
- Complies with the same ethical codes as all District employees
- Attire should reflect the professional position of the employees
- Assures that all student records of any description and information regarding students and staff are treated as confidential
- Is responsible for the proper use and care of classroom books and office materials
- Supervises students in classroom, playground, lunchroom and other areas
- Assist with toileting, including diapering and personal hygiene care
- Provide all required documentation for Medicaid reimbursement
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employees in this category will also receive the following for the 2025-2026 school year: Non-Recurring Pay: 7% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 3.5% on November paycheck and 3.5 % on May paycheck).
- Staffing Stability Incentive (Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle School and Mitchell High School): ESP employees will receive the equivalent of one salary step divided over 12 pay periods.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
