PARAPROFESSIONAL, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION INCLUSIVE

** Applications will be received until 5/14/25. 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.dpsk12.org. ** 

About this job:

The Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional supports young children with special needs in a classroom setting. Under the direction of the lead teacher, they assist with implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), promote social and academic growth, and help with classroom activities and supervision. Key
duties include providing one-on-one or small group support, monitoring student progress, and ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment.
 

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 $22.00 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.00 to $25.180 per hour. Click here 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. 

What You'll Do:

• Facilitates and supports accommodations and modifications specified on Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and teacher lesson plans
• Prepares and sets-up educational materials for preschool children with and without disabilities
• Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and other educational staff; communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues
• Assists with conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities as they pertain to working with preschool children with and without disabilities
• Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained and directed; additional duties may include health support delegation such as g-tube feeding or catheterization
• Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and lifting techniques
• Supports embedded and direct learning opportunities during all daily activities in the preschool class schedule
• Assists in maintaining high and low adaptive technology equipment
• Monitors student activity in classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, playgrounds and other locations as required or requestedCompletes training programs and attends meetings as required

What You’ll Need:

• To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
• For ECESE Para's Only: Copy of your high school diploma or GED AND must successfully complete ECE 101 within a designated period of time which will be determined after hire. 
• 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.