Special Education Assistant Intensive Autism

Greeley

Greeley, COFull-timePosted Jun 15, 2026

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Benefits

Salary: $19.88 per hour plus benefits (up to $30.86 per hour for internal transfers and recent rehires)Contract Length/Days: (2026-2027 / 180 days)Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance, voluntary life insurance through PERA, 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plansImmediate access upon hireSee our Benefits Overview for detailsPaid Leave: Sick, discretionary, vacation, and paid holidays

Job Description

Special Education Assistant – Intensive Autism, Greeley West High School (2026-2027 School Year)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary: $19.88 per hour plus benefits (up to $30.86 per hour for internal transfers and recent rehires)

Contract Length/Days: (2026-2027 / 180 days)

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance, voluntary life insurance through PERA, 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans. Immediate access upon hire. See our Benefits Overview for details.

Paid Leave: Sick, discretionary, vacation, and paid holidays.

Reports to: School Principal

Deadline for application: Until Filled

Education / Experience
• Required: AA degree or 48 semester hours or passing scores on WorkKeys exam
• Preferred: CPI training (training provided); CPR/First Aid (training provided)

Job Description

Summary / Objective: Provide an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and/or skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible members of society. Facilitate learning and guide students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation. Responsible to the building principal and department director where assigned.

Essential Job Functions
• Support the academic programming and progress of individual students and/or small groups of students with identified significant needs.
• Provide student‑specific personal care and support.
• Assist with daily classroom activities, data collection, sanitizing equipment and materials, and support staff as needed.
• Sit for long periods in a busy environment, handle distractions, and maintain visual, auditory, and ambulatory acuity.
• Move quickly between positions in response to student needs and possess upper body strength sufficient to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Additional Qualifications

Applicant must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the position’s functions. Prior experience in a school setting or with children with special needs is required. Strong verbal communication, teamwork orientation, positive attitude, and upper body strength for lifting 50 lbs are essential. Paraprofessional experience is preferred. Bilingual skills are preferred but not required.

Other Duties

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed as necessary. Regular attendance is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Travel

None

EEO/AAP Statement

Greeley‑Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel to enrich the educational experience. Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants. The compliance officer and Title IX Coordinator is James Donahue (Phone: 970‑348‑6104, Email: [email protected]).

Qualifications

  • Required: AA degree or 48 semester hours or passing scores on WorkKeys exam
  • Applicant must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the position’s functions
  • Prior experience in a school setting or with children with special needs is required
  • Strong verbal communication, teamwork orientation, positive attitude, and upper body strength for lifting 50 lbs are essential

Responsibilities

  • Summary / Objective: Provide an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and/or skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible members of society
  • Facilitate learning and guide students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation
  • Responsible to the building principal and department director where assigned
  • Support the academic programming and progress of individual students and/or small groups of students with identified significant needs
  • Provide student‑specific personal care and support
  • Assist with daily classroom activities, data collection, sanitizing equipment and materials, and support staff as needed
  • Sit for long periods in a busy environment, handle distractions, and maintain visual, auditory, and ambulatory acuity
  • Move quickly between positions in response to student needs and possess upper body strength sufficient to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed as necessary
  • Regular attendance is required


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