** Applications will be received until May 7, 2027 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . **
About this job:
A substitute Early Childhood Paraprofessional or substitute Special Education Paraprofessional fills in for school's ECE or Special Education Paraprofessionals that are away from the classroom. Sub Paras assist the classroom teacher with managing the classroom, and maintaining a productive learning environment. Sub Early Childhood Paras adapt to early child students or Sub Special Education Subs support in Special Education classrooms in K-12 grades supporting students' learning.
**All substitute teachers are requested to work a minimum of seven assignments a month.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary:
- Sub Early Childhood Para's hourly rate is: $22.125 per hour - MUST have a High School Diploma or GED
- Sub Special Education Para's hourly rate is: $23.178 per hour - MUST have a High School Diploma or GED and 48 hours of College Credits or passing score EDReady Math and Reading test.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .
What You'll Do:
- Organize students for effective instruction and learning while while supporting classroom teacher and help foster a safe and positive environment for all students.
- Motivate student learning and academic participation while ensuring the integrity of academic time.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher
What You’ll Need:
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
