Paraprofessional, 1:1 Elementary Special Education

DPS•Denver, CO

15d

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 students as outlined in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs), under the direction and supervision of teachers. The role involves supporting academic and nonacademic learning, student health and daily living needs, and implementation of individualized plans throughout the school day. Specialized training for medically invasive procedures is provided when required by the assignment. Required de-escalation and physical restraint training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire, with District-approved written and physical exams passed annually. The position is represented by an employee association bargaining unit. Employees must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado.

Requirements

Meet the qualifications identified in the District’s 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, hold or 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; 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.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Provide services to students as outlined in their IEPs, supporting academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs.
Monitor classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the supervising teacher’s direction to support classroom objectives and learning goals.
Provide daily living assistance, including toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene, as trained.
Perform 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’ behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
Implement student accommodations and modifications specified in IEPs in academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
Collect data on students’ IEP goals under the supervision of a special education teacher.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine educational issues at the direction of the supervising special education teacher.