Paraprofessional, 1:1 Elementary Special Education

DPS•Denver, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings. Provides services to one or more individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs), supporting academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs. The role works under the direction and supervision of teachers and supports student learning and individualized plans throughout the school day. Applications must be submitted by October 30, 2026, for full consideration. Applications received after that date may continue to be reviewed if a candidate is not identified through the initial review process. Applicants must apply online through the DPS job board. Specialized training in invasive procedures will be provided as assignments require. This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit).

Requirements

Meet qualifications described in the District’s paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Pass District-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training on an annual basis.
Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
If transporting students or using a personal or company vehicle for work duties, have or be able to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required timeframe for new residents and meet District insurability requirements.
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 employed.
Have the ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Provide services to one or more individual students as outlined in their IEP, including support for academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs.
Monitor classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the supervising teacher’s direction to reinforce classroom objectives and support learning goals.
Provide daily living procedures, such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene, as trained.
Provide medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, and suctioning, following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques according to District training.
Support implementation of students’ individual behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
Implement student accommodations and modifications outlined in their IEPs in academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
Collect data on students’ individual IEP goals under the supervision of a special education teacher.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine educational issues at the supervising special education teacher’s direction.