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Paraprofessional, 1:1 elementary special education - 2nd grade, multi-Intensive autism

Denver Public Schools

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#Autism#Toileting#De-escalation#Feeding#Diapering#Data Collection#Catheterization#Special Education
#IEP
#Paraprofessional
#Physical Restraint
#Tube Feeding
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$23 - $27 / HOURPosted 3 months ago

Location

Denver, Colorado

Salary

$23 - $27 / HOUR

Quick overview

This role involves providing individualized support to elementary students with disabilities, assisting with academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP). Responsibilities also include monitoring classroom activities, implementing behavior plans, and collecting data under the direction of a supervising special education teacher.

Requirements summary

Candidates must refer to the paraprofessional qualifications guide for acceptable qualifications and must pass district-approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training annually. Applicants must also live in Colorado, meet physical demands, and support racial and educational excellence.

CollaborationAccountabilityData CollectionBehavioral SupportInvasive ProceduresEquityIEP SupportAcademic SupportDe-escalation TrainingHealth SupportSocial-Emotional SupportCrisis Plan ImplementationPhysical Restraint TrainingDaily Living Support

Job description

**Applications for this position must be submitted by April 3, 2026 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org [http://careers.dpsk12.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 Learner Thrives.
  • 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 detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule [https://aptg.co/lnn26P]. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
  • In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off [https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/financialservices/page/payroll], health and wellness benefits [https://issuu.com/dpscommunications/docs/benefits_enrollment_2025-2026] - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits [https://issuu.com/dpscommunications/docs/benefits_enrollment_2025-26_spanish_] - Spanish Version , and PERA Retirement []. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources [] page.

Benefits

  • Retirement
  • Health And Wellness Benefits

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Denver Public Schools

The mission of Denver Public Schools is to provide all students the opportunity to achieve the knowledge and skills necessary to become contributing citizens in our diverse society. In DPS, we’re focused on building a system that’s designed to help every student thrive. We’re...

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TypeEducational
Size10,001+ employees
HQDenver, CO
Founded1902

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  • This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page [https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/talent/page/employee-associations] for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
  • What You'll Do

    • Provides services to one or more individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP), including supporting academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs.
    • Monitors classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting learning goals.
    • Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained.
    • Provides medically invasive (e.g., tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
    • Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique according to District training.
    • Supports implementation of students’ individual behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
    • Implements student accommodations and modifications as outlined in their individual IEP in both academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
    • Under the supervision of a special education teacher, you will collect data on students’ individual IEP goals.
    • Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues at the direction of the supervising special education teacher.

    What You’ll Need

    • To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KhyQGYJkmuqbAbJMJLbXOk7BDX2sgW56/view?usp=sharing]
    • 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 [https://financialservices.dpsk12.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/Special_Education.pdf]of the position.

    Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

    Students First . Integrity . Equity. Collaboration . Accountability . Fun

    Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

    DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.

    Market context

    Colorado teaching assistant roles are steady

    In Colorado, teaching assistant openings are often driven by classroom support needs, student services, and school staffing cycles. These roles can be competitive because employers may look for reliability, a high school diploma or equivalent, Safe Environment compliance, and respect for the Catholic faith. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and readiness to meet any school-specific compliance steps before applying.

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