Paraprofessional, 1:1 Elementary Special Education

DPS•Denver, CO

1d•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 students as outlined in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs), under the direction and supervision of teachers and in accordance with District training. The role includes supporting students’ academic and nonacademic activities, personal care, health needs, behavior plans, and learning goals. Specialized training for invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization, is provided when required by the assignment. Required de-escalation and physical-restraint training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire, and District-approved written and physical exams must be passed annually. Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado and be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the position’s physical demands. If driving or transporting students for work, the employee must have or obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within the applicable timeframe and meet District insurability requirements. New hires are paid $23.178 per hour. The internal-candidate range is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour; the stated salary reflects the 2025–2026 school year. The position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit).

Requirements

Meet qualifications specified in the paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Complete required training within 75 days of initial hire.
Pass District-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical-restraint training annually.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
If transporting students or using a personal or company vehicle for work, have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain one within the required timeframe for new residents, and meet District insurability requirements.
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

Provide services to one or more 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 reinforce classroom objectives and support learning goals.
Assist with daily living procedures, 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 IEP accommodations and modifications 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.