PARAPROFESSIONAL, TUTOR

Reinforces and provides tutoring for students who fail or have difficulty comprehending the material of designated curricula (e.g., reading, writing, science, social studies, mathematics) presented by the teacher.

What DPS Offers You:

A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.

Salary Range: New hires will be set at $22.125 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.125 to $26.528 per hou r. For detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule.

In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.

This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

What You'll Do:

Assists in conducting testing and assessment, multi-media activities, general office and clerical tasks, record-keeping, computer operation, discipline, and other activities as directed

Prepares and sets-up educational materials

Assists and supports the development of lesson plans and provides feedback to teacher(s)/supervisor(s) on individual students

Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods

Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers

Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine issues in their native language

Supervises and monitors students at assigned site and reinforces positive student behaviors and student related administration policies and rules

Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff

Maintains the confidentiality of student information

Completes training programs and attends meetings as required

What You’ll Need:

To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.

Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.

Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

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