Special Education Paraprofessional at Mountain View Academy (2026-27 School Year)

National Heritage Academies•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mountain View Academy, located in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-27 School Year. Opened in 2020, the school serves students K-8 and aims to connect passion with purpose. Mountain View Academy distinguishes itself by academically outperforming local districts, offering personalized development through mentor teachers and a dean model, and providing access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools. The school fosters a culture that values support, transparency, respect, and recognition, with high parent and community involvement, and ensures a safe learning environment.

Requirements

Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional.
Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications.

Responsibilities

Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team. Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.
Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as, resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.
Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.
Assist with the required compliance documentation.