Special Education Paraprofessional - Torrington Elementary Schools

Special Education Paraprofessional - Torrington Elementary Schools

Goshen County School District #1 – Lincoln & Trail Elementary Schools – Torrington, Wyoming

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

These are school‑year, 150‑day positions that include a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, and paid leave in accordance with district policy. Candidates must meet the highly qualified requirements for paraprofessional positions. The start date is August 17, 2026, contingent upon the successful completion of all district pre‑employment requirements.

The job of Paraprofessional – Special Education was established for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program within the assigned classroom. Responsibilities include assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of special education students in the regular classroom or in a self‑contained classroom; implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non‑classroom time; providing information to appropriate school personnel;

and attending IEP meetings if required.

These positions report to the building principals.

Applications are accepted through June 30, 2026, or until filled.

• Experience:
  
  Job‑related experience desired but not required.
• Education:
  
  High School diploma or equivalent.
• Required Testing:
  Para Pro Assessment Test or 48+ college credits.
• Continuing Education/Training:
  Level I CPI Training or equivalent within 6 months of hire and annual renewal if required.
• Clearances:
  Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Citizenship or work authorization required.

• Trina Nichol, Office of Special Services Director
• Office of Special Services
• Phone: 307‑532‑2171
• Email: tnichol

Goshen County School District No. 1 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. For inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Central Administration at 626 West 25th Avenue, Torrington, WY 82240 (307) 532‑2171 or the Wyoming Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Coordinator at 122 West 25th Street, Suite E200, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002‑0050 (307) 777‑6198.

See District Policy 4300/5100 Non‑Discrimination and Anti‑Harassment.