Special Education Para - Pooled

DPS•Denver, CO

3d•$23 - $27

About The Position

Description Applications for this position must be submitted by 3/16/26 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org . About this job: Collaborates and works with staff and students in a variety of settings (home, community) to meet the needs of students with special needs, impairments, and disabilities. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary Range: New hires will be set at $22.824 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.824 to $27.275 per hou r. For detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule . The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version , and PERA Retirement . For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page. This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

Requirements

To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis
Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as, tube feeding and catheterization, will be provided, as assignment requires
Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire
If using personal or company vehicle to conduct work duties, must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

May provide medically invasive (e.g. tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) and daily living (e.g. toileting, diapering, feeding, personal hygiene) activities following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
Facilitates and supports transitions, accommodations and modifications specified on Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and teacher lesson plans.
Prepares and sets-up educational materials.
Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique, according to District training.
Communicates and coordinates with students and parents (oral and written) about routine educational issues.
Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and other educational staff.
Assists with implementation of structured programs and schedules for the classroom.
Works in a variety of school, community and home settings.