Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional-1:1 Support

Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional-1:1 Support

• Date Posted: 7/29/2026
• Location:
  
  Sleeping Giant School PK-8
• Date Available:
  
  08/19/2026

Sleeping Giant School is seeking a .5 FTE Preschool Paraprofessional to assist in the classroom and provide 1:1 support for the preschool for the 26-27 school year. SSSD is consistently awarded "Accredited with Distinction" by the Colorado Department of Education and ranked as a top school district in the state. Our schools offer curriculum and academic programs designed to give students the skills they need to compete in college and the workplace.

SSSD's talented team prepares Steamboat's students to succeed in an ever-changing world, and be able to apply essential academic skills and knowledge in various content areas.

Pay and schedule:
Entry pay range: $26.11 - $30.00 , depending on experience.

• Assist students with classroom activities and adaptations to allow each student to participate in the educational process under supervision of Lead Teacher
• Assist teacher in implementing instructional plans in academics with individual IEP goals under the supervision of Lead Teacher
• Follow directions and guidelines from instructional staff and licensed ECSE teacherregarding each student's IEP
• Observe and record student progress in academic areas
• Modify written or oral directed activities
• Assist with self-help skills (changing shoes, putting on extra clothes, going to the bathroom, eating, cleaning up, blowing noses, etc.
• Assist in planning behavioral objectives
• Attend informal meetings with Lead Teacher re: specific student needs
• Communicate with Lead Teacher on a daily basis
• Provide multi-disciplinary training and carrying out of objectives (OT, PT, SP/L, and Severe Needs)
• Take initiative when modifying or working one-on-one

Support, implement, and document objectives for Teaching Strategies GOLD

• Supervise Time-Out
• Make certain student does not hurt self or others in all situations
• Observe and chart student behavior
• Give positive reinforcement and support
• Manage conflicts between students
• Help with establishing friendships and relationships
• Provide close supervision of behavioral problems
• Make certain class and school rules are followed

• Perform clerical work, including IEP paperwork organization, and notification of parents regarding meetings
• Complete daily and/or weekly communication for supervising teachers regarding educational issues/concerns and behavioral needs/concerns
• Help develop and find materials needed for teaching
• Help develop and manage learning centers
• Help with student paperwork
• Prepare materials for activities
• Help prepare and clean up snacks and lunch
• Help students clean up after an activity
• Help prepare and arrange room for teacher
• Attend appropriate workshops and in-services when requested

• Assist students with health needs
• Supervise students on arrival and departure
• Toilet students when necessary
• Adapt technology to fit student's needs
• Learn and be able to use a variety of adaptive equipment for different student needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Preferred Associate's Degree in ECE or minimum of 15 completed semester credits in ECE at an accredited college or university
• Experience in teaching young children
• Ability to work cooperatively on a team with other professionals
• Adequate mobility to perform the following tasks: restrain students, catching running students, lift moving objects
• Possess sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform responsibilities as described
• Able to work independently without direct supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, staff, co-workers, administrators and parents
• Proficiency in clerical, secretarial and computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Medical, dental and vision insurance with significant district contribution towards premiums. (
  ** eligible at .5 FTE or more)
• Sick and Personal Days
• Flexible spending account
• Voluntary retirement savings options(401K, 403B, 457B)
• Term Life insurance
• Professional Development reimbursement opportunities
• District Wellness Clinic

An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is to interpret policies/procedures and best practice. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing financial condition of district to be affected. Errors made in decision-making could potentially result in substantial cost to the District or damage the credibility of the District.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond professionally to questions from groups of parents, community members, commissions,…