Top 11 Special education Jobs in Durango, Co

26/27 Special Education Instructional Paraeducator, Escalante Middle School, 1.0 FTE
Durango School District 9-R —Durango, CO
- $22.20 - $23.56 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
District-Wide Significant Support Needs Special Education Teacher, Kindergarten through Age 21, 1.0 FTE
Durango School District 9-R —Durango, CO
- $66,791 - $81,080 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
2026/2027 Middle School Special Education Teacher - Mild/Moderate Needs, 1.0 FTE
Durango School District 9-R —Durango, CO
- $53,818 - $67,359 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
Early Intervention Part-time Occupational Therapist
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, INC —Durango, CO
- $38.85 - $43.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- English
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist
Community Connections —Durango, CO
- $37.84 - $43.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, INC —Durango, CO
- $38.85 - $43.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Disability Management Services Manager
University of California San Francisco —United States
- Full-time
- Management
- HIPAA
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
Special Agent: Education/Teaching Expertise
Federal Bureau of Investigation —United States
- $103,236 - $133,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Education
- Travel
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Durango School District 9-R —Durango, CO
Ability to develop and implement appropriate progress monitoring tools to assess student progress toward goals. Begins August 17, 2026 or ASAP.
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26/27 Special Education Instructional Paraeducator, Escalante Middle School, 1.0 FTE

Durango School District 9-R
Durango, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.20 - $23.56 an hour

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Durango School District is accepting applications for a Special Education Instructional Paraeducator to work with students in a one on one setting and supporting students in the classroom at Escalante Middle School, 40 hrs/week, Monday- Friday. Includes benefits. Begins August 17,2026.

For the 26/27 SY, this position includes a $1,800 one-time bonus! (Note, bonus pro-rated for late start)

Job Title: Special Education Instructional Paraeducator Pay Grade: ESP Salary Schedule

Job Family: Student Support FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Student Services and School Based Prepared Date: 7/1/18, 7/1/20, 5/26/23

Typical Work Year: 9 months

SUMMARY: Provide instructional support and assistance in meeting the educational needs of students, under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed school professional. Services provided will vary based on Individual Education Plans (IEP) and requirements to provide services in the least restrictive environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency and percentage of time of duties may vary based on building or department assignment.

Support instructional programs and provide instructional assistance for students in individual, small, and large group settings. Assist in facilitating the execution of Individualized Education Plans for students under the direction of licensed staff. Implement approved modifications and/or accommodations of curriculum. Supervise and facilitate students in the classroom and a variety of settings that may include the lunchroom, playground, to/from buses, cross walks, field trips, extra-curricular activities, or on-the-job training.
Enforces district policies regarding behaviors and discipline to help correct behavioral problems and assist in meeting student behavioral goals. Facilitate crisis intervention and assist students with problem solving techniques and conflict resolution.
Assist students in performing daily routines. May include getting to and from class and bus stops, using toilets, diapering, feeding, medical needs and personal hygiene. May include working with trach, feeding tubes, and catheterization. Assist with student mobility as directed by the IEP and student need.
Facilitate and encourage speech and language development. May use alternative language such as sign language or voice activated computer systems.
Implement specialized therapy programs; work directly with therapists on physical progress and Individualized Education Plans (IEP). Assist with documenting when a student meets with therapist.
Collaborate and communicate with other special and regular educators and administrators with regard to academic and behavioral issues and observations. Provide suggestions, feedback and support to building staff, administrators, parents and outside agencies regarding effective strategies for facilitating learning.
Assist the licensed staff by helping with data collection, updating records and documentation while helping maintain student files and class records. Maintain compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA.)
Assist with sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning the learning environment.
Attend and participate in district and building in-service opportunities and committee work.
Engage in ongoing professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma or equivalent. Basic Skills Competence (Minimum 2 years of college ,e.g. associates degree, or 48 semester hours of college coursework) OR Pass paraprofessional test (CDE and ESSA qualifications) prior to being hired.

EXPERIENCE: Experience is preferred but may not be necessary for hiring.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: CPR and First Aid training preferred at hire; required within three months of hire. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training required within three months of hire. Colorado driver’s license and school district small vehicle operator permit may be required for some positions. Criminal Background Check required for hire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

Communicate effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills
Consultation skills
Ability to assist in developing and support the behavior intervention plans, classroom management systems, and reinforcement systems
Ability to use effective interventions for at risk learners
Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis
Knowledge of developmental, emotional, and behavioral disabilities
Experience in data collection and data analysis
Ability to develop and provide training related to accessing community resources and behavioral intervention practices in all school settings.
Non-violent and physical intervention techniques
Ability to use proper English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures.
Ability to grow and develop knowledge, skills, and attitude through professional development.
Knowledge of first aide skills

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers.
Operating knowledge of assistive technology for communication preferred.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

Durango School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Laura Galido, Compliance Officer, Durango School District, 281 Sawyer Drive, Suite 100, Durango, CO 81303, (970) 247-5411, [email protected], or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 Spear Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, (303) 844-5695.

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