Paraprofessional II Special Education-Integrated Learning Supports; ILS-Rocky Mountain Job Fort Collins area,Colorado USA,Education /

Position: 2026-27 Paraprofessional II Special Education-Integrated Learning Supports (ILS)-Rocky Mountain[...]

Job Details

School Year: 2026-27
Position:
Paraprofessional II, Integrated Learning Supports (ILS) – Rocky Mountain High School, Fort Collins, Colorado
Job
Starting Date:
August 14 2026
Hours per Day: 7.5
Calendar Days per Year: 186
Duration:
Ongoing
Pay Range: $20.26 – $22.69 per hour (2025‑26 rates; may be updated for 2026‑27)
Benefits:
Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long‑term disability, employee clinic access, and other optional benefits

Job Description

Responsible for assisting general classroom or special education teachers by providing instructional and physical support to students with significant support needs so that they can fully participate in class activities and access the general education curriculum.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist teachers by implementing instruction, reteaching concepts, and reinforcing learning skills for students with significant support needs; adapt instructional materials to meet individual learning goals.

Implement behavior intervention strategies, de‑escalate crises, and support students in managing emotional dysregulation; respond to aggressive behaviors, self‑harm risks and other escalations with appropriate interventions to ensure safety.

Monitor students in classrooms, hallways, common areas and during transitions (e.g., lunch, recess, field trips, arrival/dismissal); enforce safety procedures, provide one‑on‑one supervision when needed, and assist in crisis situations, including physical interventions when required.

Provide hands‑on support with hygiene, toileting, feeding (including spoon and tube feeding), catheterization, lifting, transferring and mobility assistance; follow individualized health care plans and collaborate with nursing staff for medical needs.

Independently accommodate students with significant disabilities, including those with communication, sensory and cognitive impairments; use assistive technology, augmentative communication devices and alternative language techniques as needed.

Maintain detailed records on student behavior, interventions and academic progress; collect and input Medicaid and other required data, track individualized student goals, and assist with documentation for IEP meetings.

Work closely with teachers, mental health providers, case managers and other staff to implement behavior intervention plans, IEP goals and crisis response strategies; participate in problem‑solving meetings and adjust support based on student needs.

Assist students in developing self‑regulation, social interaction and daily living skills; encourage self‑advocacy and facilitate structured learning opportunities to promote independence.

Attend specialized training, including de‑escalation techniques (e.g., CPI), behavior management and medical delegation training; participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

Adjust quickly to student needs and situations, managing unpredictable behavior escalations, and responding to safety concerns; work with students across multiple settings, including general education, special education and community‑based instruction. May cover schedules for paras pulled away for an urgent student situation.

Support school‑wide safety protocols, participate in emergency response situations and take on other responsibilities as required to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

Education and Related Work Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of related experience; experience working with special needs students preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

Criminal background check required for hire.

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification required within 3 months of hire.

Special Education Paraprofessional Academy classes (5 in first 2 years of hire).

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Oral and written communication skills.
English language skills; bilingual oral and written communication skills may be required or preferred.
Interpersonal relations skills.
Mathematical skills including basic calculations.
Ability to work with…