Job Description
Aspen High School Special Education Paraprofessional II Aspen School District Aspen High School - Aspen, Colorado Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in
Aspen Job Details Job ID:
5574495 Application Deadline:
Jul 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time) Re-Posted:
May 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date:
Aug 5, 2026 Job Description The Aspen School District is looking for a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to join Aspen High School for the 2026-27 school year. Position Title:
Special Education Paraprofessional Department:
Aspen High School Reports to: Aspen High School Principal Classification:
Classified Full-time, Non-Exempt Contract Period:
9 Month (185 days with some variance depending on the year) Compensation:
$29.58 - $36.78 DOE SY 2026-27
Special Education Paraprofessional Salary Schedule For the 2026-2027 academic year, all new hires are eligible for a $1,500.00 signing bonus. Please note that this recruitment incentive will be prorated based on the individual's FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) status. ASD offers district funded employee and dependent health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to benefit eligible employees. Other benefits include (as eligible): paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, free transportation for employees from Carbondale to Aspen, employee assistance program, wellness program, and supplemental insurance (ie cancer, disability, etc). This position is eligible for employee housing as units are available. Position Summary The Special Education Paraprofessional supports students with special needs academically, socially, and physically in a variety of environments. This position requires the ability to support educational programming as well as advanced communication and collaboration skills. Position Responsibilities Special Education Paraprofessional II Responsibilities:
Collaborates and consults with regular and special education teachers and related service personnel to plan, organize, and implement specific assignments and activities in accordance with IEP goals and providing and/or modifying instruction/curriculum Effectively implement daily educational and behavioral programming for students, strictly following the directives and schedules provided by the cooperating special education teacher(s) and school administrators. Monitors student behavior, intervening when appropriate and supporting the student while working individually or in small groups Performs toileting duties, personal care, and feeding that may be required for students Maintains accurate documentation of activities, student progress, and behavior modification plans Helps design and implement communication tools that allow for good information exchange Participates in professional development/continuing education programs as required/recommended by the school administrator and/or Director of Student Services Performs other related duties as assigned or requested Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
Professional communication norms and standards (written and oral) Modern office procedures and methods Principles and procedures of record-keeping Microsoft Office and/or the Google Suite of office software Ability to: Demonstrate responsibility and consistency of attendance required for work with students Work with efficiency with attention to detail Demonstrate flexibility for the environment that may require a change of schedule and/or student activities Maintain confidentiality of information Work cooperatively with administrators and staff Observe all district policies and procedures Observe all general safety rules, carefully observing correct lifting procedures May be asked to supervise students Communicate clearly and concisely in English both orally and in writing Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Current CPR/First Aid certificate (may be obtained through Aspen School District) Crisis intervention training annually Preferred Qualifications At least one year experience in a school environment or related field Bachelor's Degree Spanish bilingual Work Environment Classroom setting Office environment; exposure to computer screens Mostly clean and comfortable surroundings Exposure to noise and bodily fluids Essential Physical Requirements Physical:
Reaching, walking, standing, sitting, typing, talking, crouching, kneeling, occasional climbing and crawling, seeing, and hearing. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Acknowledgment The successful candidate will be required to follow any instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Director. The Aspen School District reserves the right to update, revise, or change the job description and related duties at any time. Position Type:
Full-Time Salary:
$29.58 to $36.78 Per Hour Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Sarah Strassbuger , Aspen High School Principal Aspen High School Email:
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