PARAPROFESSIONAL, TUTOR

Description:

**Applications for this position must be submitted by October 29, 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:

Reinforces and provides tutoring for students who fail or have difficulty
comprehending the material of designated curricula (e.g., reading, writing,
science, social studies, mathematics) presented by the teacher.



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 $22.125 per hour. The salary range for
internal candidates is $22.125 to $26.528 per hour. For detailed compensation
information, view the Para Salary Schedule
[https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4086/Talent/f47a8261-0c3e-4aea-9912-6187d28d5c80/2026-27-Paraprofessional-Salary-Schedule-eff.-8-1-26-%282%29.pdf?disposition=inline].
* 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:

* Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, general
office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, 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
* 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
* Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational
staff
* 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]
* 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

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With 193 schools, over 89,000 students and over 10,000 staff members, Denver
Public Schools is the largest urban school district in Colorado. We’re focused
on building a system that’s designed to help every student thrive. We’re
re-focusing our efforts where they matter most: on creating classrooms that are
vibrant centers of learning, where caring teachers are engaging their students
in rigorous, culturally responsive experiences in order to lift all students
toward a bright horizon. Visit the Denver Public Schools website
[https://www.dpsk12.org/page/mission-and-vision] for more information.

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