Paraeducator General Education
About the Employer
Position: Educational Support Professional: Paraeducator I: General Education
Department/School: Scott Elementary School Reports to: Principal FTE: 0.63 Days/year: 184 Salary Grade: A10 Salary Schedule: 2026-2027 Education Support Professional (ESP) Salary Schedule - School-Based Positions (Group B) FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary
This position provides instructional support to students under the direction of a certified teacher, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and promote skill development. The role supports diverse student needs by implementing instructional strategies, monitoring and documenting progress and behavior, and maintaining accurate classroom records. The position contributes to effective classroom operations by preparing instructional materials, assisting with assessments and attendance, and completing clerical and organizational tasks. It helps create a positive, structured learning environment by reinforcing expectations, supporting student engagement and independence, and supervising students across a variety of settings, including classrooms, playgrounds, lunchrooms, and school activities. This role requires strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills, as well as the ability to support both instructional and operational needs throughout the school day.
Provide Instructional Support
Provide instructional support to students under the direction of a certified teacher, working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and promote skill development.
Implement Instructional Strategies
Implement instructional strategies and classroom supports to meet diverse student learning needs.
Monitor Progress and Behavior
Monitor, document, and report student progress and behavior; assist in maintaining required records and classroom data.
Support Classroom Operations
Support classroom operations by preparing instructional materials, assisting with assessments, recording attendance, and completing required paperwork.
Supervise Students
Supervise students in various environments, including the classroom, playground, lunchroom, field trips, and other school activities.
Perform Clerical Tasks
Perform clerical and organizational tasks, including data entry, filing, copying, laminating, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
Assist with Classroom Logistics
Assist with classroom logistics and events, such as transitions, drills, and special activities.
Utilize Technology
Utilize standard office and classroom technology to support instructional and operational needs.
Perform Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of
Instructional support practices for general education classrooms Child and adolescent development and learning principles Classroom routines, school procedures, and student supervision practices Basic behavior management and positive behavior supports Data collection and classroom documentation practices Modern office practices, Microsoft Office/Google Suite, and standard classroom technology
Skills in
Supporting instruction for individuals and small groups Reinforcing academic concepts and on-task behavior Observing and documenting student progress and behavior Organizing materials and maintaining an effective classroom environment Clear oral and written communication Building positive relationships with students and staff Performing clerical tasks (data entry, copying, filing, etc.)
Ability to
Work effectively with students of diverse learning needs and backgrounds Follow direction and support instructional plans Supervise students safely across school settings Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with staff Remain flexible, patient, and organized in a dynamic environment Manage multiple tasks and demonstrate reliability (attendance, punctuality, professionalism) Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
High school diploma or equivalent
Title 1 schools only: Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an associate’s or higher degree; or demonstrated rigorous standard of quality through a formal state or local academic assessment (e.g., ACT-WorkKeys and ETS-Parapro)
Preferred
Experience working with children in an educational, childcare, or related setting
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
The work involves a combination of light to occasionally heavy physical activity, with the majority of the day requiring movement between sitting, standing, and walking. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 10 pounds frequently. Duties may involve occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and overhead reaching, as well as fine motor activities. Employees will frequently sit, stand, walk, balance, and reach at both desk and floor level, and perform firm and simple grasping. The position requires constant seeing, hearing, and verbal communication to effectively perform job duties.
Non-Recurring Pay
Non-recurring pay: 7% of base salary in non-recurring pay (distributed as 3.5% on November paycheck and 3.5% on May paycheck).
Staffing Stability Incentive
Staffing stability incentive (Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle School, and Mitchell High School): ESP employees will receive the equivalent of one salary step divided over 12 pay periods.
Salary Setting
Employment, assignment, and salary placement is in accordance with job description requirements. A work history is required to demonstrate job title, job duties, and time worked in the position. Grade placement for ESP positions is determined by the salary schedule by job title resource. Reference the linked How Your Compensation is Determined for more details.
Salary Setting (New Hires)
Any newly-employed Education Support Professional will be placed on the twenty-five (25) step system. Each step represents two years of experience, based upon equivalent experience. The maximum number of years of experience granted is 19-20 years, which is equivalent to placement on step ten (10). Steps are determined by experience listed on the application and resume.
Salary Setting (Rehires)
Returning employees who have previously resigned or separated from the district will be rehired at the same step they were on at the time of resignation/separation plus any new experience gained in the same job, provided step increases were approved by the board during the years in question.
Employees with Experience
Employees with experience in the district who have left the district and then returned to the same position shall be hired at the same pay grade (refers to the ESP placement on salary schedule by job title) and step at time of resignation. Additional relevant experience gained after resignation may be evaluated from the employee’s application and updated resume.
See Employee Handbook
See Employee Handbook (located on the D11 website) for information on salary setting for rehires (after retirement), promotions, and lateral transfers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
School District 11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to disability, need for special education services (whether actual or perceived), race, creed, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, genetic information, or protected activity in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any harassment/discrimination of students and/or staff, based on the aforementioned protected areas, will not be tolerated and must be brought to the immediate attention of the school principal, D11 administrator/supervisor, or D11 Nondiscrimination Compliance/Grievance Coordinator.
Nondiscrimination Compliance
The Office of Equal Opportunity Programs and Ombudservices has been designated to coordinate compliance with: Equal Pay Act of 1963, Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Title IX Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For additional information, please contact the district 11 Office of Equal Opportunity Programs & Ombudservices at 1115 North El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2599, phone: 719-520-2288, fax: 719-520-2442
Board Policies
The following board policies address nondiscrimination in District 11: AC, AC-R, GBA, GBAA, JBB, JBB-R