Paraprofessional

Job DetailsJob Location: Colorado Springs 6-12 - Colorado Springs, CO 80907Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $28,800.00 - $28,800.00 SalaryJob Shift: 180 Contact DaysAnticipated start date is August 17th, 2026

Position Purpose

The Paraprofessional works under the direction of the Head of School and is responsible for assisting certified Student Services staff in ensuring appropriate classroom accommodations are being met per students 504 Plans/IEPs.

Job Duties

Upholds CECs beliefs found on the CEC website. 
Assists Exceptional Student Services (ESS) certified staff with monitoring and implementing students accommodations, accurate data collection, and documentation of a students progress towards their learning goals.
Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce and review coursework as requested.
Assists students and instructional staff with classroom behavior management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task with coursework.
Supports special education students by supervising and accompanying them in a variety of settings including safety drills, actual emergencies, field trips, hallways, cafeteria, and common areas as requested enabling students to fully participate in school activities.
Participates in the IEP process and serves as resource to MTSS and Mental Health teams as needed.
Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
Attends meetings and professional development as requested by the Director of Student Services.
Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsQualifications

High School diploma plus two or more years of study at an institution of higher education; or
Associate's or higher degree; or
Provide proof of completion of a formal assessment (such as EST-ParaPro or ACT-Work Keys), demonstrating knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instruction of reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics.
Prior experience working with special needs students preferred.

Conditions of Employment

All offers of employment are conditional upon a successful background check and references. 
As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States. 

Colorado Early Colleges is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services.

*Please note that we may begin reviewing applications and make hiring decisions prior to the application deadline.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.