Special Educator Paraeducator -Behavior; SixOnline
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Sterling, Logan County, Colorado, 80751, USA
Listed on 2026-03-12
Sterling, Logan County, Colorado, 80751, USA
Listing for:
RE-1 Valley School District
Per diem, Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Support Staff/Para educator - Behavior
Date Posted:
3/6/2026
Location:
Sterling Middle School/Sterling High School
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
4/15/26 or until filled
Additional Information:
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HIRING FOR 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR
RE-1 Valley School District is seeking a reliable and student-focused Para educator to support students participating in online, virtual or classroom based coursework.
The ideal candidate will assist students with navigating online learning platforms, staying organized, and maintaining progress in their courses while working under the supervision of a certified teacher.
REPORTS TO:
Program Director & Director of Student Services
SALARY RANGE & CATEGORY: $17.30/hour (depending on experience) on Classified Hourly Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
WORK CALENDAR: 165 days
FTE: 1.0
Full-time with benefits; 4-day school week (Tuesday - Friday)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Para educator supports students engaged in virtual, online or classroom based coursework by providing supervision, guidance, and academic assistance. The para educator helps ensure students remain engaged, organized, and on track for course completion while working under the direction of licensed instructional staff. The para educator assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, helps special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.
The para educator assists the certified teacher with clerical duties as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Assisting students in achieving academic success
* Working with students who may be disruptive in class
* Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
* Social integration
* Consultation and collaboration with Special Education, Regular Education Teachers, and Program Director as well as related service staff
* Imparting life skills such as self-hygiene and social/emotional skills
* Assisting the teacher in implementing positive behavior plans and systems appropriate to the individual student is a responsibility of this position.
* Communication with other paraprofessionals and staff to keep track of student movements, schedules, and locations.
* Any and all other duties as may be assigned
Qualifications and
Education Requirements:
* Hold an Associates or higher degree, or
* Have a minimum of 48.00 hours college credit, or successfully pass the Work Keys test (through the Workforce Center) for Reading Information, Mathematics and Business Writing.
* Currently hold a Colorado Substitute Teaching License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
* Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.
* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Working Conditions
* School-based learning lab or supervised online learning environment
* Frequent interaction with students and staff
* Extended computer and screen use
* Occasional evening events (parent conferences, school activities)
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and district approved evaluation tools.
ESSENTIAL
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
see attached link
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Application and Selection Procedure:
* Candidates:
Apply online at
* Completed and submitted online application.
* A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in the position.
* A current, professional resume.
* Three current professional letters of reference.
If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Hagen Education Center, 301 Hagen, Sterling, Colorado.
* Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are…
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