Special Education Assistant

Overview

Special Education Assistant, Greeley Central High School )

Position Type: Special Education - Non-licensed / Special Education Assistant

Location: Greeley Central High School

Classification: Non-Exempt

Date Posted: February 17, 2026

Salary: $19.88 per hour plus benefits / Range 18

Contract Length / Days:  / 182 days

Reports to: School Principal

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). See Benefits Overview for details.

Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. See Board of Education Policy Manual for more information.

Deadline for application:
Until filled

Required: AA degree or 48 semester hours or passing scores on Work Keys exam

Preferred: CPI training (training provided); CPR/First Aid (training provided)

Summary / Objective: Provide an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and/or skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible members of society. Facilitate learning and guide students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturation. Responsible to the building principal and department director where assigned.

• Support the academic programming and progress of individual students and/or small groups with identified significant needs.
• Provide student-specific personal care and support.
• Assist with daily classroom activities, data collection, sanitizing equipment and materials, and support staff as needed.
• Able to sit for long periods with attention to distractions; maintain visual and auditory awareness as required.
• Move quickly between positions to respond to student needs; demonstrate upper body strength to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Applicant must have the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the function of the position. Ability to provide student-specific personal care for students. Prior experience in a school setting or with children with special needs preferred. Strong verbal communication skills; ability to work in a team setting with a positive attitude; required upper body strength to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Paraprofessional experience preferred. Bilingual skills preferred but not required.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel: None

Employees must be able to perform the required physical demands of the position.

Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel.

Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants. The Compliance Officer / Title IX Coordinator is James Donahue. Address: 1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631. Phone: . Email: jdonahue.

Postings current as of 2/22/2026 8:01:40 AM CST.