Job detail
Paraprofessional, elementary special education
Denver Public Schools
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/27/2026
Location
Denver, Colorado
Salary
$23 - $27 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The paraprofessional supports the educational, behavioral, and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in various classroom settings. Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, clerical tasks, personal hygiene, and implementing individualized education plans under teacher supervision.
Requirements summary
Candidates must pass district-Approved written and physical exams regarding de-Escalation and restraint training. Applicants are also required to maintain a permanent home address in colorado and meet specific physical demands of the role.
CommunicationDe-escalationRecord-keepingUniversal precautionsTransportation assistanceClerical tasksPersonal hygiene assistanceBehavioral managementStudent assessmentSpecial education supportLesson plan supportPhysical restraint training
Benefits
- Time off
- Health and wellness benefits
- PERA retirement