Special Education Assistant; Intensive Autism), Shawsheen Elementary School

Special Education Assistant (Intensive Autism) – Shawsheen Elementary School (2026‑2027 School Year)

Classification: Non‑Exempt
Date Posted: May 4, 2026
Salary: $19.88 per hour plus benefits (Range: 18). Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent Greeley‑Evans School District 6 rehires, up to $31.87 per hour plus benefits.

Contract Length / Days:  / 182 days)

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b), & 457(b) plans available immediately upon hire date.

Paid Leave: Including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays as outlined in the Board of Education Policy Manual.

Reports to: School Principal

Deadline for Application: Until filled

Required: AA degree or 48 semester hours or passing scores on Work Keys exam

Preferred: CPI training (training provided), CPR/First Aid (training provided)

Summary / Objective: Provide an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible members of society. Facilitate learning and guide students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation. Reporting to the building principal and department director where assigned.

• Support the academic programming and progress of individual students and/or small groups with identified significant needs.
• Provide student‑specific personal care and support.
• Assist with daily classroom activities, data collection, sanitizing equipment and materials, and provide support to staff.
• Ability to sit for long periods and respond to student needs amid various distractions.
• Ability to move quickly between positions and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
• Experience in a school setting or with children with special needs.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Team‑work orientation and positive attitude.
• Upper‑body strength to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Paraprofessional experience preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred, but not required.

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required.

Must perform physical demands related to lifting, moving, and providing personal care.

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Greeley‑Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The district commits to cultural diversity among personnel as a means of enhancing educational experience.