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Special Education Paraprofessional

ROUNDUP FELLOWSHIP INC
Colorado, CO Other
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/31/2026

Job Details

Job Location:    School - Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    High School
Salary Range:    $18.67 - $22.25 Hourly
Job Shift:    Day

Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in students' lives? As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you’ll work hands-on with students, helping them develop new skills and providing support through challenging behaviors. In this role, you'll collaborate with teachers to shape engaging curriculum plans, guide students through their daily routines, and ensure they stay on track with their IEP (Individualized Education Program) and Day Treatment goals.

Beyond the classroom, you'll supervise students in both school and community settings, fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. Whether participating in recreational activities, assisting with behavior modification programs, or documenting progress, your contributions will be essential in helping students grow. As a valued team member, you'll also maintain open communication with families, educators, and professionals to support each student's success.

Join us in creating a positive impact—one student at a time!

Benefits:

Full benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, MetLife Accident Plan, Critical Illness, company-paid Short-Term. Also offered are 10 paid holidays, Paid Time Off, Wellness Time and a 403b retirement plan with Roundup Fellowship-match after one (1) year.

(Benefits are subject to change based on reevaluation or benefit plan changes annually.)

Benefits begin at first of the following month after completing a full 30 days of employment (i.e. start date 4 January 2025, benefits initiate 1 March 2025).

Pay Range: $18.67 – $24.31 an hour paid bi-weekly based off experience with youth and education.

Shift: 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise students at school and in community settings ensuring their safety.
  • Assist students to complete daily routines and programs.
  • Intervene in behavior management as indicated in individual crisis intervention and behavior modification programs. 
  • Maintain frequent and professional communication with supervisors, family members, schools, therapists, and other professionals.
  • Complete appropriate documentation including notes, behavior documentation and incident reports.
  • Perform basic cleaning duties to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
  • Participate in meetings and training as scheduled or requested by supervisor.
  • Assist with transportation of students to and from school, for community activities, vocational and educational experiences, which included driving company vehicles.
  • Participate in community activities with the students.
  • Administer medication as prescribed following proper procedures.

Qualifications


Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be 21 years of age or older at time of hire.
  • High school graduate (or equivalent) and four years of experience working with children OR  a bachelors degree in behavioral science.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak the English Language for required paperwork, testing, and professional communication.
  • Ability to operate a computer utilizing Microsoft Office.
  • Must have 5 years of Valid Driving experience and a valid Colorado Driver’s License or be willing to obtain Valid Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of hire.
  • Acceptable Driving record per Roundup Policy and Procedure.
  • Satisfactory background checks.
  • Ability to do simple math calculations and analyze data.
  • Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure while dealing with a variety of emotions and frustrations.
  • Requires scheduling flexibility.
  • Ability to work as a team member.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with respect and tact in order to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate plans, prepare materials.
  • Maintain full Safety Care certification.

Physical and Mental Demands:

  • Requires sufficient range of physical strength, endurance, and mobility to assist in personal care of resident, activities, and behavioral interventions. Must be able to walk up and down one flight of stairs.
  • Requires adequate range of hearing and vision to properly supervise students.
  • Requires mental flexibility, emotional stability, personal maturity, and creativity in dealing with difficult situations.

Position to remain open until filled.

Salary : $19 - $22

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