Paraeducator III: Special Education- ISP Intensive ; PreK-12; Elementary Colorado

Position

Para educator III:
Special Education‑ ISP Intensive Needs (PreK‑12) – Stratton Elementary School

Reports To: Principal

FTE: 0.94 (7.5 hours per day)

Days/Year: 184

Salary: $20.55 to $24.56 per hour

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

This position supports students with diverse and intensive learning needs by providing instructional, behavioral, and functional assistance under the direction of licensed staff. The role works with individuals and small groups to reinforce academic, communication, and daily living skills through the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), accommodations, and behavior support strategies.

The position monitors and documents student progress and behavior, maintains accurate and confidential records, and contributes to data collection and reporting aligned with compliance requirements. It also assists with physical and medical care needs, which may include toileting, feeding, mobility support, positioning, and implementing health‑related procedures (e.g., medication administration) as delegated by a registered school nurse.

In addition, the role supports classroom operations through organization, material preparation, and use of instructional technology, while maintaining a safe, structured, and sanitary learning environment. The position supervises students across multiple settings to ensure safety, engagement, and independence.

Success in this role requires strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to remain flexible, patient, and responsive in a dynamic, student‑centered environment.

This position may require occasional operation of a non‑CDL school or activity bus. Employees must pass a U.S. Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). examination and are subject to USDOT‑approved substance abuse testing requirements.

• Provide instructional support to students under the direction of licensed staff, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and develop academic, communication, and functional skills.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and instructional strategies aligned with students’ IEPs, including promoting skill generalization across settings.
• Support student learning, including re‑teaching concepts and assisting with assignments and executive‑functioning strategies.
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with classroom activities and assessments to support curriculum delivery.

• Implement behavior intervention strategies and reinforce positive behavior, social‑emotional skills, and appropriate student conduct.
• Monitor student behavior and utilize de‑escalation techniques and established supports to maintain a safe environment.
• Assist students with routines and transitions to promote engagement, independence, and successful participation.
• Safely support students who may engage in frequent and intense physical behaviors by implementing proactive strategies, maintaining safety protocols, and responding with calm, trained interventions.

• Assist students with daily living and functional skills, including toileting, hygiene, feeding, positioning, mobility, and other personal care needs as assigned.
• Support use and care of specialized equipment and health‑related needs as trained.
• Provide health‑related support, including medication procedures, as delegated by a registered school nurse.

• Monitor, document, and report student progress and behavior; maintain accurate records aligned with IEP goals and compliance requirements.
• Assist with attendance, data entry, and required paperwork related to student services.
• Contribute to data collection, reporting, and communication with staff and IEP teams.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to implement instructional and behavioral strategies and support student programming.
• Supervise and support students across settings, including classrooms, playgrounds, lunchrooms, field trips, and other school activities, with attention to…