PARAPROFESSIONAL, 1:1 SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION - MUTLI-INTENSIVE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

10d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of secondary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings. Provides individualized support as outlined in students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs), under the direction and supervision of teachers. The role includes academic and nonacademic assistance, daily living and health procedures, behavior-plan implementation, data collection, and routine communication with students and parents. Specialized training in invasive procedures will be provided as required by the assignment. Required training must be completed within 75 days of hire. The role is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit).

Requirements

Meet one of the qualifications listed 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 duties, hold a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain one within the state-required timeframe for new residents, and meet District insurability requirements.
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.
Lead for 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 learning goals.
Provide trained daily living procedures, including toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene.
Perform medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, and suctioning, following universal precautions and training.
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 accommodations and modifications in students’ 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.