Paraprofessional, Secondary Special Education - 9TH-12TH Grade

Denver Public Schools · Denver

**Applications for this position must be submitted by October 28, 2026 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.**

About this job:

Supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of middle and high school level students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained and community settings.

What DPS Offers You:

A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
Salary Range: New hires will be set at $23.178 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour. For detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule.
In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version , and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

What You'll Do:

Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities.
Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained.
May provide medically invasive (e.g. tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) and daily living (e.g. toileting, diapering, feeding, personal hygiene) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
May assist with community support for various activities (job coaching, use of public transportation).
May need to provide transportation assistance by driving an activity bus.
Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique, according to District training.
Assists and supports the development of lesson plans, and provide feedback to teacher(s)/supervisor(s) on individual students.
Communicates and coordinates with students and parents (oral and written) about routine educational issues.

What You’ll Need:

To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as, tube feeding and catheterization will be provided, as assignment requires; Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis; Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire; If transporting students or using personal or company vehicle to conduct work duties, must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First . Integrity . Equity. Collaboration . Accountability . Fun

With 193 schools, over 89,000 students and over 10,000 staff members, Denver Public Schools is the largest urban school district in Colorado. We’re focused on building a system that’s designed to help every student thrive. We’re re-focusing our efforts where they matter most: on creating classrooms that are vibrant centers of learning, where caring teachers are engaging their students in rigorous, culturally responsive experiences in order to lift all students toward a bright horizon. Visit the Denver Public Schools website for more information.

Supports secondary students with disabilities in academic, social, and daily activities by assisting with instruction, accommodations, and behavior support under the direction of a special education teacher.

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