26 - Paraprofessional (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Pueblo School District 60 • Pueblo, CO

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Paraprofessional is to assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in Exceptional Student Services. This role involves assisting children with meeting their goals and objectives outlined in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP), attending to the physical and health needs of students, and monitoring and reporting student progress regarding educational performance. Additionally, this position is primarily responsible for attendant physical duties to enable students with disabilities to have equal education opportunities. The mission of Pueblo School District 60 is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which include a commitment to student success, collaboration with the community, integrity, diversity, equity, dignity, respect, social and emotional well-being, a safe and supportive environment, and informing future needs with community heritage and traditions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Highly Qualified Status under ESSA
• Pass Work Keys or Praxis test, or 48 Semester Hours of College Coursework, or Associates Degree
• Reliable transportation
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First-Aid Certification within 3 months of employment
• Must obtain and maintain Crisis Preventative Intervention (CPI) training certification within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to pass District designated post-offer lift test
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Nice To Haves

• Verified First Aid training and recertification card
• Verified CPR training and recertification card
• Previous school district experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students (in Pre-k through Young Adult) in an assigned classroom or program including, but not limited to Autism Classroom, or other programs
• Assist students with disabilities to meet the goals and objectives included in their IEP
• Communicate with teachers to assist in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP goals and objectives
• Assist certified teacher in implementing class-wide and individual behavior strategies to effectively maintain a safe learning environment
• Implement, under the direction of the teacher, lesson plans; assist individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitor and oversee student drills, practices, and assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards
• Assist students with washing, toileting (may include lifting on and off toilet), diapering, dressing and undressing, grooming, and other activities necessary for maintaining personal hygiene and neatness
• Assist in the mobilization of students; position and reposition students requiring the use of medical equipment, wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment as necessary; assure the safe use and operation of wheelchairs, prosthetic devices, and other equipment
• Operate a variety of medical, orthopedic, exercise, therapeutic, instructional, audio-visual, and office equipment.
• Assist with the loading and unloading of students on and from automobiles, wheelchairs, and gurneys
• Observe and assist in emergency situations involving aggressive or uncontrolled behavior of identified students according to approved CPI (Crisis Preventative Intervention) procedures as trained; provide input as requested following emergency behavioral incidents; report progress regarding student performance and behavior to assist students to achieve their personal best
• Provide basic first aid and specialized health care as needed, directed, and delegated
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures
• Assist the teacher in monitoring, motivating, and training students with disabilities; observe and manage behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; follow the behavior intervention plan
• Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing, and duplicating instructional materials, scoring papers, and recording grades; assist in keeping attendance; prepare and maintain student files as assigned
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays, operating audio-visual equipment, and distributing and collecting papers, supplies, and materials
• Confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs
• Proctor, monitor and score a variety of assignments, tests, and quizzes to be interpreted by the teacher.
• Assist students in developing self-help, social, and communication skills as assigned
• Assist in monitoring lunchroom activities and mealtime procedures, including feeding and cleaning
• Notify immediately appropriate personnel and agencies, and follow established procedures when there is reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, or potential suicide
• Respond to emergency situations to ensure immediate resolution and appropriate documentation of safety concerns by appropriate personnel
• Assist with the supervision of students in and outside the classroom, recess, and other playground activities and accompany students on field trips by helping students with physical needs, maintain discipline, and reinforcing learning situations
• Help keep classrooms and other student facilities neat, clean, orderly, and safe
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and information
• Participate in and attend in-service, structured, and other specialized trainings, related, but not limited to, strategies for working with behavioral and educational needs of ESS students, behavior management, instructional curriculum, and other areas assisting the teacher in providing high quality education to the students
• Maintain appropriate professional appearance
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, Principal, or ESS Administration

Benefits

• Fringe Benefits based on PPEA Negotiated Agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED