2026-27 Paraprofessional Early Childhood Special Education-All School Locations

Please Note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on July 22, 2026. View the most up-to-date information on our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5813513 

Information specific to this position: PSD is hosting a Paraprofessional Hiring Event on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm, where registered applicants will be able to connect with hiring teams from participating schools and departments and take part in interviews on the spot. Please sign up for this hiring event on Indeed and submit your application here to be considered.

Multiple positions at various locations available. Positions will range between 3 and 8 hours per day.

Pay Range: $18.35-$20.55/hour (min – 12% above min), based on qualifications and experience*

Work calendar days: 186

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include:

• Positions with at least 5.60 hours per day: 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.
• Positions with less than 5.60 hours per day: PERA retirement, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

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SUMMARY: 

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.

JOB TASKS: 

1. Assist the classroom teacher in individualizing the instruction for children by adapting materials for a varying range of individual students’ needs and reinforcing learning skills in individual or small groups. Assist in the planning and implementation of the classroom procedures and routines and monitor and reinforce acceptable social and physical behavior. Support students with accessing the general education curriculum, and/or providing modifications to the classroom environment which may include AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) devices. Provide conditions for a positive, caring, safe, and patient learning environment. Assist with implementing specialized services for students as outlined on IEPs. 

2. Assist students with personal care, social skills, or self-awareness skills. Support transitions to and from bus stops, to the bathroom, and movement within the building. Assist students with personal health, hygiene and meals or feedings. May include spoon feeding, tube feeding, toileting, catheterization, and diapering. Lift, transfer or push students in wheelchairs. Use alternative language techniques such as sign language or voice activated computer systems and adapt classroom materials for use by students. 

3. Support the classroom teacher in the assessment data collection of the strengths and needs of children three times a year and informally through the development of anecdotes, portfolios, and the use of classroom assessments on an ongoing basis. 

4. Support the classroom teacher in maintaining required student records, school, and program paperwork. 

5. Select and use behavioral techniques and methods appropriate to the student’s circumstances. Utilize a positive behavior model in monitoring behavior. 

6. Work with children one-on-one, in small group, large group, circle, and outdoor time. Provide opportunities for students to assume responsibility and develop independence. 

7. Support the teacher in communicating the child’s daily progress with parents or other staff who work with the child, if requested by the teacher.

8. Participate in Integrated Services and Early Childhood professional growth opportunities, and meetings that are required for special education paraprofessionals and childcare licensing certifications. 

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED: 

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred 

• Minimum of Level II in the Professional Development Information System (PDIS) of Colorado Shines 

• One year of related experience 

• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred 

• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable

• Criminal background check required for hire 

• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within 3 months of hire 

• CPR and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire 

• PSD Blood Borne Pathogens course completed within 30 days of hire 

• PSD Medication Administration course completed within 30 days of hire 

• Valid Early Childhood medical statement completed within 30 days of hire 

• Current immunizations statement completed within 30 days of hire

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to talent@psdschools.org