Special Education Paraprofessional, Powell Middle School; Part-Time

Position Information

• Position Type:
  Special Education Classified / Parapar SpEd Center Based PreK-Mid
• Date Posted: 2/18/2026
• Location:
  
  Powell Middle School
• Closing Date: 02/25/2026
• High School Diploma
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, math or school‑readiness skills or an Associates degree
• One year experience working with students with disabilities is preferred.
• Bi‑lingual skills preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire
• CPR and First Aid certifications within 3 months of hire
• Participate in the nationally recognized, district‑provided, crisis prevention training within the first year of employment
• Medication administration class may be required as determined by student need
• Additional training may be required based on program need.
• The school day consists of direct contact with the students.
• Assist students with mobility (including manual and motorized wheelchairs or walkers)
• May need to assist students with toileting and personal hygiene
• Must be able to manipulate 50 lbs safely.
• Physical Demands Factor – Medium Work:
  Exerting 20‑50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Littleton Public Schools – Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you. Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools.

We welcome your interest to join our family and support our "100 Percent Goal" of graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional individuals to establish career‑long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students.

You belong here!

This professional will be responsible for providing individual and/or small group instruction and implementing strategies to students receiving special education support under the supervision of licensed staff within the school environment (e.g. classroom, center‑based program, cafeteria, playground, community, etc.). The candidate must make independent decisions within appropriate parameters; implement team‑designed behavior intervention plans; monitor and support students during school activities; prepare and modify instructional materials;

collect data for IEP goals and behavior plans; monitor and provide feedback on student progress; maintain student confidentiality; and adapt to changes in responsibilities and schedules. Duties may include personal care, feeding, safety and supervision, medically delegated services, and providing instruction and academic support.

• High School Diploma
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, math, or school‑readiness skills or an Associates degree
• One year experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Bi‑lingual skills preferred.
• Strong team player with ability to work independently.

• Criminal background check required for hire
• CPR and First Aid certifications within 3 months of hire
• Participation in district‑provided crisis prevention training within the first year of employment
• Medication administration class may be required as determined by student need
• Additional training may be required based on program need.

• The school day consists of direct contact with students.
• Assist students with mobility (including manual and motorized wheelchairs or walkers).
• May need to assist students with toileting and personal hygiene.
• Must be able to manipulate 50 lbs safely.
• Physical Demands Factor – Medium Work:
  Exerting 20‑50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Starting Salary:
Grade 5 at $21.17/hour; 185 days work year calendar; 22.0 hours per week with benefits.

Benefit Information:
Littleton Public Schools offers competitive and comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. As a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, visit