Paraprofessional, Elementary Special Education

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Job Description


** Applications will be received until

Job Description


** Applications will be received until August 21st, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk
12.org . *
* About This Job

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
• 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 hour.  for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more 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.

• Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, general office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities. Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained.
• May provide medically invasive (e.g., tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
• May need to provide transportation assistance by driving an activity bus.
• Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique according to District training.
• Assists and supports the development of lesson plans and provides feedback to teacher(s)/supervisor(s) on individual students.
• Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues.

• To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide .
• Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization will be provided, as assignment requires.
• Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis.
• Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire.
• If transporting students or using personal or a company vehicle to conduct work duties, they 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.