Paraprofessional, 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. This position assists teachers and supervisors with instruction, assessments, student support, and routine educational communication. The role may include daily living care, trained medical procedures, lifting and transporting students, and transportation assistance by driving an activity bus. The position is represented by an employee association bargaining unit. New hires will be paid $23.178 per hour; the stated internal-candidate range is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour. The listed salary reflects the 2026–2027 school year. Applications should be submitted by October 30, 2026, for full consideration; applications received later may continue to be reviewed.

Requirements

Meet the qualifications specified 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, hold a valid driver’s license, have a good driving record, 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

Assist with testing and assessment, multimedia activities, office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities.
Provide daily living assistance, including toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene, as trained.
May provide medically invasive procedures, such as tube feeding, catheterization, and suctioning, following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
May provide transportation assistance by driving an activity bus.
Lift and transport students using appropriate equipment and techniques according to District training.
Assist with and support the development of lesson plans.
Provide feedback to teachers and supervisors about individual students.
Communicate and coordinate with students and parents about routine educational issues.