Support - Special Education Paraeducator

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.
Location : US:CO:BOULDER
Department: Special Education
Position Title: Itinerant Behavioral Support Paraeducator-District Behavior
Position Start Date: August 10, 2026
Position Type: Paraeducators
FTE: 0.875 - 35 hours per week - Temporary through 5/21/2027
Work Schedule: 9 Month - Hourly
Pay Range:*$23.23 - $30.01

Closing Date: May 28, 2026
Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD
Summary:
The Itinerant Behavior Support Paraeducator provides districtwide support to students with behavioral needs across general and special education settings. This role implements individualized behavior, intervention, and health plans; adapts instruction; and supports students across various school environments using evidence-based practices that prioritize dignity, inclusion, and relationship-building. Assigned to schools based on urgent and emerging needs, the paraeducator collaborates with case managers and special education staff, assists with data collection and documentation, and helps build staff capacity through modeling and support. The position also assists in crisis situations in accordance with established protocols and maintains required certifications and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Responsibilities:
Provide districtwide, itinerant behavioral and academic support to students in general and special education settings by implementing intervention, behavior, and health plans; adapting instruction; supporting across school environments; and assisting in crisis situations in accordance with established protocols, laws, and evidence-based practices under the direction of assigned staff.
Provide modeling and demonstration of plan implementation to build staff capacity for sustained support once services conclude.
Collaborate with special education teacher/case manager and Special Education Department staff on implementation of individual student plans.
Consult with the case manager on observed student barriers to learning using strengths-based approaches that respect student autonomy, communication, and sensory needs.
Assist case manager/teacher with paperwork and documentation of progress on goals and behavioral data collection.
Maintain student confidentiality, following state regulations and district protocols around confidentiality.
Participate in professional learning necessary to implement unique student plans and maintain behavioral skill specialty.
Attend required professional development, including CPI, CPR, and First Aid. Maintain certification in these areas.
Support eloping students by keeping them within 3-5 feet to ensure the student remains safe. Must be physically able to run with students to keep them safe in close proximity.
When requested, attend IEP annual or tri-annual meetings as well as staff meetings
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one years of relevant experience working with students with behavioral needs.
Completed and submitted BVSD online application.
Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English. Must be able to lift 50 pounds; diaper, feed; complete other delegated nursing and health care duties.
Must be able to run or jog when needed for student safety.
Experience working with children.
Preferred:
Candidates with a current or previously held Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential.
Positive communication, interaction and work experience with diverse people.
Basic bilingual skills (English/Spanish).
Experience working with students with special needs.
Salary Information:
Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.
*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.
Application and Selection Procedure:
External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.
Benefits & Eligibility:
Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Personalized Benefits
Identity Theft Protection
Flexible Spending Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.
The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - View phone number on click.appcast.io; Office for Civil Rights -