2026-27 Paraprofessional I Special Education-Bauder Elementary School

View Job Posting & Apply Here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5900776{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="blank"} _____ View Job Description Here{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="blank"} Information specific to this position: Special Education/Integrated Services SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the general classroom or special education teacher by providing instructional, physical and behavioral support for students with mild to moderate physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, other health impairments, and/or special needs so they may fully participate in class activities with access to the general education curriculum. Assist students with classroom work, personal care, social skills, self-determination, and/or self-awareness. Assist both the special education and general education teachers with classroom accommodations, materials and clerical skills. Ensure access to accommodations within the general education setting. Assist in monitoring student progress and tailor assignments to individual student needs, progress, and behaviors. ** 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: $19.65-$22.01/hour (min--12% above min), based on qualifications and experience ** ** Hours/day: 3.25 ** ** Work calendar days: 186 ** ** Duration of position: Ongoing ** ** Benefits include: PERA retirement, 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, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. 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, medic l 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. We encourage you to apply! *** * ** If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at [email protected]{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date. ***__*** Please Note: This posting is set to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5900776{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"} Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [email protected]