Paraprofessional, Secondary Special Education

2 weeks ago


Denver, Colorado, United States Denver Public Schools Full time
DENVER CENTER FOR 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (DC21) AT WYMAN

Central

Hours Per Day: 7

Salary Range:
New hires will be set at $21.50 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $21.50 to $26.12 per hour.

Please note:

Applications will be received until May 22nd, If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline.

Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at

About DC-21:
We Empower Students By providing multiple opportunities that will challenge them to be leaders in the 21st century.

Students will develop critical-thinking skills, cultural and self-awareness, and global citizenship through:

  • An individualized, whole person approach
  • High expectations and mastery learning
  • A compassionate, responsive, and collaborative environment
  • Specialized "Pathways" that can fast-track students to career or college

To learn more:

About this job:
Instructional Paraprofessionals provide staff support in an educational or childcare environment.

Instructional Paraprofessionals will work with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction on reading, writing, math, and other education related activities as assigned by teachers' directions.


What DPS Offers You:

  • A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
  • Salary Range: New hires will be set at $21.50 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $21.50 to $26.12 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
  • In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

  • May provide instruction support to teachers in designated curricula (e.g., reading, writing, science, social studies, mathematics, library media) and may support teachers in the instruction and teaching of personal computer hardware and software skills or, as designated, oversee the general function, operation and maintenance of a computer laboratory.
  • Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers; discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff.
  • Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multimedia activities, recordkeeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities, as directed.
  • Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.

What You'll Need:

  • To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
  • 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.



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