Job: Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $17.34-$18.38/hr. 

Location: Canon City, CO.

Job Description

Start Date: August 11th, for the 2025-2026 School Year
Position Type: Full-time, 164 days per year
Location: Cañon City High School
 
Salary: Pay for this position is determined by the Instructional Support Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. $17.34-18.38 per hour/minimum pay, $50.00 a day extra if assigned as a certified substitute teacher.
 
Benefits Include: Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, as well as other optional benefit elections. Preschool options available for employees with children. Longevity and professional development incentives.      

Purpose of the Job:
Operates under general guidelines provided by a supervising teacher under the direction of the site administrator(s), and provides instructional, supervisory general and/or special educational assistance to students and teachers. Special Education implements specialized programming and/or instructional support both in and outside of the general education classroom, supervised by the special education teacher for the purpose of student growth.       

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; AA degree or equivalent coursework (approx. 48 credits) preferred
• Assessments: Proficiency on district-administered assessments may be required
• Experience: Prior experience in educational settings is preferred
• Skills: Effective reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills; reliable technology skills for job functions
• Physical Requirements: Must pass pre-employment physical; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; physical capacity to meet students' educational, physical, and emotional needs
• Other Requirements: Criminal background check; Mandt training (upon hire); substitute teaching license (if needed, funded by the district)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaboration and Professionalism:
• • Work cooperatively with staff, students, and the public in a school setting
  • Maintain a professional appearance and positive working relationships
• Student Support and Instruction:
• • Implement schedules, routines, and classroom activities under the direction of supervising teachers
  • Provide support in 1:1, small group, or full classroom settings as needed
  • Meet students' educational, physical, and emotional needs as specified in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Confidentiality and Security:
• • Follow protocols to protect student and district data confidentiality
  • Report any suspected data breaches to the appropriate personnel
• Safety and Supervision:
• • Monitor students during inside and outside activities, including in inclement weather
  • Potentially transport students using district vehicles

Additional Special Education Responsibilities

• Confidentiality:
• • Maintain strict confidentiality with all special education student information
• Instructional Assistance:
• • Execute instructional programs as directed by special education teachers
  • Provide 1:1 or small group reinforcement of lessons introduced by teachers
• Student Mobility and Health Support:
• • Assist with student mobility, including wheelchair maneuvers and secure transfers
  • Perform medical tasks such as tube feeding, catheterization, and toileting as needed
• Physical and Sensory Support:
• • Prepare and assist students with meals and related tasks to support IEP communication, sensory integration, and physical goals

TO APPLY:

A district application must be completed online at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/canoncityschools

Anticipated Timeline for Hiring: Open until filled
Screening of Applications: Monday, January 27th, 2025
Applications must be complete and submitted to be considered 

Inquiries may be made to Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, CO, 81212, 719-276-5700.

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity

In compliance with Titles VI; VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, School District Fremont RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.
 
School District Fremont RE-1 has established complaint procedures for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. Complaints may be filed verbally, in writing, or anonymously. If you wish to file a complaint using the district complaint form, please submit it to: Ms. Jamie Davis, Director of Human Resources, Title IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, 101 North 14th Street, Cañon City, Colorado 81212 – Telephone: (719)276-5700, Email:[email protected].

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “Visit” below for more detail on this specific job.