2026-27 Paraprofessional Early Childhood Special Education-Linton Elementary School

2026-27 Paraprofessional Early Childhood Special Education-Linton Elementary School
Poudre School District
LINTON ELEMENTARY - FORT COLLINS, Colorado

Job Details
Job

Starting Date:

Aug 14, 2026

Job Description

Information specific to this position:
Special Education/Integrated Services

Colorado Department of Education requirements for paraprofessionals at Title I schools preferred but not required:

• Demonstrates successful completion of at least two years of post-secondary study
• OR, already holds or will complete by the start of the assignment an Associates or higher degree
• OR, holds a certificate showing successful completion of an assessment selected by the state or by the employing school district that meets state and federal standards and that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics.

Pay Range: $20.02-$22.42 (min–12% above min)/hour, based on qualifications and experience*

Hours/day: 7.5

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, as well as other optional benefit elections.

* Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

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. 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.

PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

Job Title:

Paraprofessional Early Childhood Integrated Services FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Job Family:
Classified - Instructional Support Pay Range: PT15H

Prepared/Revised Date:
August 1, 2026 Job Code: 41603

Responsible for assisting Early Childhood students by providing instruction and physical support for students with mild to significant support needs so that they may fully participate in class activities. Assist students with personal care, social skills and/or self-awareness. Assist teacher with classroom materials and clerical skills and monitor students.