PARAPROFESSIONAL, INSTRUCTIONAL, KINDERGARTEN - 5TH GRADE

Description:

**Applications for this position must be submitted by July 22, 2026 to ensure

full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review

process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even

if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other

exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by

visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org [http://careers.dpsk12.org/].**

About this job:

Provides advanced assistance and support to teachers and administration.

Responsible for assisting teachers with both instructional and behavioral

management duties. Provides students with assistance on in-class work and be of

assistance in preparing student assignments and in grading student work. May

also assist in the Library Media Center or the Computer Lab.

What DPS Offers You:

* A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and

Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.

* Salary Range: New hires will be set at $21.787 per hour. The salary range for

internal candidates is $21.787 to $26.123 per hour. For detailed compensation

information, view the Para Salary Schedule [https://aptg.co/lnn26P]. The

salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027

school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an

effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the

new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the

updated salary.

* In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings

such as; time off

[https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/financialservices/page/payroll], health and wellness

benefits

[https://issuu.com/dpscommunications/docs/benefits_enrollment_2025-2026] -

English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits 

[https://issuu.com/dpscommunications/docs/benefits_enrollment_2025-26_spanish_] -

Spanish Version , and PERA Retirement

[https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/careers/page/new-employees]. For additional

information visit our New Employee Resources

[https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/careers/page/new-employees] page.

* This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). 

Please see the Employee Associations Page

[https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/talent/page/employee-associations] for the current

master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining

unit. 

What You'll Do:

* Supervises assigned students and assists in the facilitation of the

instructional programs as directed.

* Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities,

recordkeeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities, as

directed. 

* Prepares and sets-up educational materials; assists and supports the

development of lesson plans and provides feedback to teacher(s)/supervisor(s)

on individual students.

* Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of

teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or

supervised role-playing methods.

* Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts

presented by teachers; discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with

teachers and educational staff.

* Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine issues

in their native language.

* Supervises and monitors students at assigned site and reinforces positive

student behaviors and student related administration policies and rules.

* 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.

* Maintains the confidentiality of student information.

* Completes training programs and attends meetings as required.

What You’ll Need:

* To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to

this paraprofessional qualifications guide.

[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KhyQGYJkmuqbAbJMJLbXOk7BDX2sgW56/view?usp=sharing]

* Compliance with DPS security, safety, and driving policies, including use of

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

* 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

[https://financialservices.dpsk12.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/Teacher_Para.pdf] 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.

Students First . Integrity . Equity. Collaboration . Accountability . Fun

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every

student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every

child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from

preschool through high school graduation.  DPS is comprised of nearly 200

schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools,

with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.  

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of

enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms

of student academic growth.  Learn more at dpsk12.org.

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