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Adams 12 Five Star Schools

ParaEducator, Special Programs

Adams 12 Five Star Schools, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Pay Information Base pay range: $20.27/hr - $24.99/hr

GRADE:

G7 (Hourly Range/Step 1-8: $20.27 - $24.99)

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE:

$20.27

STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK:

36

FTE:

0.9

MONTHS PER YEAR:

9

JOB CODE:

1251

POSITION TYPE:

Replacement – Permanent/Regular

LOCATION:

Thornton, CO

Organization Overview Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion. We eliminate the predictability of who is included. Students come first. Our mission is to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom.

Summary Assist students in Specialized Programs by providing individualized instruction and support. Tasks include academic support, monitoring behaviors, functional life skills, health and hygiene, and transportation assistance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide support in general education setting to enable full participation in class activities.

Assist students in Specialized Programs through tutoring, adapting work, monitoring, enforcing behavior, administering tests or assessments, and aiding homework.

Assist special needs students with daily routines including transport, toileting, feeding, medical needs, and personal hygiene. Support behavior plan implementation using CPI techniques.

Sanitize, disinfect, and clean the learning environment, following all health and safety procedures.

Facilitate speech and language development using alternate communication systems such as sign language or AAC devices.

Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Education and Related Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Willingness to work with students with significant needs (training provided).

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Required

Criminal background check required.

Ability to complete a pre‑hire, post‑offer physical examination.

CPR and First Aid certifications required within 3 months of hire.

Universal Precautions training required within 3 months of hire.

CPI/Safety Care training certification required within 3 months of hire.

Application Information All applicants must list all work experience, including current district experience, when completing the application. Include job titles and duties held.

Salary Information All positions are hourly. Newly hired employees start at Step 1, with potential to advance up to Step 8. Salary depends on grade level and experience. See the Classified Salary Schedule for hourly rates.

Benefits Information Adams 12 Five Star Schools offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans available immediately upon hire. For details, see our Benefits Overview.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Education and Training

Industries Primary and Secondary Education

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