Paraprofessional Special Education-Tavelli Elementary School

2026-27 Paraprofessional I Special Education – Tavelli Elementary School
Poudre School District
Tavelli Elementary – Fort Collins, Colorado

Job Details
Job
Starting Date:
Aug 14, 2026

Information specific to this position:
This position is for the 2026‑27 school year at Tavelli Elementary School. Special Education/Integrated Services.

Pay Range: $19.49 – $21.83 per hour, based on qualifications and experience*

* These pay rates are based on the 2025‑26 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process for the 2026‑27 school year*

Hours/day: 6.5
Work calendar days: 186
Duration of position:
Ongoing

Benefits include: health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PerA retirement, paid time off, short and long‑term disability, access to employee walk‑in clinic, and other optional benefit elections.

PSD engages in a salary placement process. The compensation offered may vary based on qualifications, education, and experience. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Job Title:

Paraprofessional Integrated Services I
FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt
Job Family:
Classified – Instructional Support
Pay Range: PT12H
Prepared/Revised Date:
August 1, 2025
Job Code: 41606

Responsible for assisting the general classroom or special education teacher by providing instructional, physical and behavioral support for students with mild to moderate physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, other health impairments, and/or special needs so they may fully participate in class activities with access to the general education curriculum. Assist students with classroom work, personal care, social skills, self‑determination, and/or self‑awareness. Assist both the special education and general education teachers with classroom accommodations, materials and clerical skills.

Ensure access to accommodations within the general education setting. Assist in monitoring student progress and tailor assignments to individual student needs, progress, and behaviors.