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LCES Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional 2026-2027 Lake County School District Region 1 LCES - Leadville, Colorado Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Lake County School District -

Leadville, CO Job Details Job ID:

5977096

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Nov 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026

Job Description Salary:

Paid as instructional paraprofessional at $22.02 - $27.17/hour ($30,652 - 38, 038 annually) for 175 days. Salary Placement schedule here . Salary is paid equally over 12 months, or prorated for start date. Salary and benefits pro-rated for later start in the school year. Supervisor Special Education Teacher, BOCES Special Education Coordinator, and School Principal Start Date November 2026 - salary & PTO prorated for start date

Primary Purpose:

The Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional supports the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of students with disabilities in grades K-5 by working under the direction of a special education teacher. This position provides direct support to students in both general and special education settings, implements accommodations and behavior plans, reinforces instruction aligned to IEP goals, and contributes to a positive, inclusive learning environment where all students can succeed. Responsibilities Work one-on-one or in small groups with student(s) with special needs, in special education settings and general education settings Plan and deliver lessons from provided curriculum under the direction of the special education teacher, in accordance with IEP goals Maximize instructional time, minimizing interruptions and activities non-related to learning, utilizing all scheduled minutes for purposeful planning or learning Arrange and secure materials for the day's activities Complete assigned tasks as given by supervisor and/or staff Observe and document student performance when requested Monitor student progress on goals according to supervisor/special education teacher direction or IEP Support students on IEPs with accommodations during assessments when applicable Reinforce subjects/behaviors that have been taught, across settings Assist teachers in maintaining the classroom environment Helping teach and model school-wide and classroom expectations and rules Support students when in crisis using de-escalation strategies (CPI, sensory interventions) Maintain a positive attitude, behavior and language towards students at all times Provide clear and consistent consequences for inappropriate behavior; implement behavior plans Provide appropriate modeling for students Working with students with sensory/processing disorders requiring competencies in patience, flexibility and consistency Attend medical trainings with the school nurse and provide supervision to students with medical concerns as necessary Follow all medical and behavioral escalation paths to seek help when appropriate Contact special education case managers (teachers) with behavior or academic issues, as needed Participate in feedback/observation cycles with supervisor to improve teaching craft and student outcomes Cooperating/collaborating with building staff in order to support student growth Supervision of students in less structured environments (before/after school, lunchtime in the cafeteria, recess or other times during the day) within 8-hour work limits Use time constructively during the work day Adhere to all LCSD policies and procedures (including, but not limited to, attendance, conduct, staff-student relations, confidentiality and professionalism)

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or a GED Applicants must pass all required background checks and fingerprinting Hold a current Colorado substitute license (District will reimburse employee for this) Familiarity with students with a variety of disabilities preferred Familiarity with elementary education preferred Comfort with medical issues and interventions-ability to remain calm under pressure

Position Type:

Full-Time Salary:

$30,652 to $38,038

Per Year Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Kathleen Fitzsimmons Lake County School district R-1t 328 W, 5th street Leadville, Colorado 80461

Phone:

(719)486-6800

Email:

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