Paraprofessional, Secondary Special Education

DPS • Denver, CO

2d

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 teachers and supervisors with student learning and related activities, communicates with students and parents about routine educational matters, and may support students in community activities and transportation.

Requirements

• Meet qualifications acceptable for the role as described in the paraprofessional qualifications guide.
• Pass District-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training annually.
• Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
• If transporting students or using a personal or company vehicle for work, have or be able to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within the required timeframe for new residents and meet District insurability requirements.
• Live and work in Colorado with a permanent home address while employed.
• Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
• Support racial and educational excellence, work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity, and 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.
• Provide medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, or suctioning, when assigned and as trained and directed, following universal precautions.
• Assist with community activities, including job coaching and use of public transportation.
• Provide transportation assistance, which may include driving an activity bus.
• Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques in accordance with District training.
• Assist with the development of lesson plans and provide feedback to teachers and supervisors about individual students.
• Communicate and coordinate orally and in writing with students and parents about routine educational issues.

Benefits

• Time off
• Health and wellness benefits
• PERA Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed