Paraprofessional, Student Monitor

DPS•Denver, CO

11d

About The Position

Monitors, supervises, and guides students in compliance with established school procedures. The role supports students with assignments and resource materials, maintains order and discipline across school settings, and communicates with school staff about student performance and disciplinary concerns. The position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Applications submitted by October 30, 2026, will receive full consideration; applications submitted later may continue to be reviewed. Applicants must apply online. New hires will be paid $22.125 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.125 to $26.528 per hour. The listed salary reflects the 2025–2026 school year; 2026–2027 salaries are typically finalized and released mid-summer, effective August 1. DPS offers time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA retirement benefits.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
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 working with DPS.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Assist students with assignments.
Obtain and organize student resource materials.
Inform the supervisor of concerns or problem situations as necessary.
Provide back-up support to other positions as required or requested.
Monitor student activity in classrooms, computer laboratories, hallways, lunchrooms, playgrounds, and other locations as required or requested, maintaining order and discipline.
Implement classroom behavior management strategies.
Communicate with teachers, counselors, and other administrators about student performance and disciplinary issues.
Maintain the confidentiality of student information.