Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Special Education, Model

Position: PARAPROFESSIONAL, EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION, MODEL 1
Applications will be received until February 4, 2026. 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 k12.org.

About this job:

Supports individual, team or department through practical application of knowledge, use of proven techniques, and adherence to procedures. Primary focus on execution of assigned tasks in a specific area of responsibility, with a non-technical scope and a high degree of customer service.

What DPS Offers You:

* A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.

* Salary Range:
New hires will be set at $21.787 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $21.787 to $26.123 per hour. For detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule. The salary listed reflects the  school year. Salaries for the  school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.

* In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version , and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.

* This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

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 requested.

* Completes 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.

* ELA-S paraprofessional positions are required to complete a proficiency exam hosted by Berlitz. The test has two parts, speaking and reading and the candidate must pass in order to be hired for the position. For more information, check out SLP Exam for Paraprofessionals.

* Bilingual in Spanish and English is required.

* 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.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First . Integrity . Equity. Collaboration . Accountability . Fun