PARAPROFESSIONAL, 1:1 ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional, 1:1 Elementary Special Education supports elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings. The role supports students’ educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs, following their Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and working under the direction of supervising teachers. The position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado. Applications submitted by October 30, 2026, receive full consideration; applications may continue to be reviewed afterward if the position has not been filled or for other opportunities.

Requirements

Meet qualifications acceptable for the role as described in the District’s 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.
If transporting students or using a personal or company vehicle for work duties, hold a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain one within the state’s required time frame 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.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide services to one or more 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 trained daily living assistance, including toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene.
Perform medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, and suctioning, following universal precautions and training and as directed.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques in accordance with District training.
Support implementation of students’ individual behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
Implement student accommodations and modifications described in individual 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.