Special Education Paraprofessional (2026-2027 School Year)[Immediate Start]

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring Special Education Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year, with an immediate start preferred. These full-time, benefits-eligible, non-exempt, in-person positions support students with disabilities in middle school and high school settings across multiple locations. The role involves assisting with educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical, and daily living needs of students. Paraprofessionals may work in Mild/Moderate settings, providing 1:1 support to students primarily in general education classrooms, or in Center Based Settings, working as part of a team to provide 1:1 or small group support/instruction to students in a center program setting. The position offers a competitive salary range of $40,000-$49,500 based on experience, with a relocation stipend available for those moving over 75 miles from Denver. DSST partners with Reach University to offer free bachelor's degrees to eligible staff.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma
Demonstrate “In-Field” Status to be a Paraprofessional within 30 days of your start date.
An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in high school, reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals, and lead exemplary lives.
Desire to personally professionally grow in their practice of becoming an anti-racist educator.
Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve.

Nice To Haves

Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.

Responsibilities

Assist with the implementation of accommodations and modifications for one or multiple students.
Assist with the implementation of behavior intervention plans and positive behavior supports.
Assist teachers in developing lesson plans, material preparation, and collecting data for Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Collect data related to academics and behavior.
Maintain a structured, organized, and routine-oriented learning environment.
Assist the general education teacher with students needing extra support.
Exhibit clear communication skills to support the center program team and school community.
Communicate daily with families.
Maintain confidentiality with student records.
Facilitate interactions between students and staff, and students and their peers.
Assist with a variety of assessments that measure progress towards learning outcomes and behaviors.
Provide extended time to students for assessments.
Assist in the implementation of skill replacement curriculum focused on inclusion, behavior skill development, and social-communication strategies.
Reflect and seek to improve learning and development.
Participate in professional development programs including Applied Behavior Analysis, Functional Behavior Assessment, Behavior Intervention plans, social cognition, and executive function skills.
Lead and participate in best practice sessions and peer coaching.
Attend conferences.
Additional duties as assigned such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring.