Instructional Assistant – SPED Autism

Instructional Assistant - SPED Autism JobID: 4427 Position Type: ESP - Instructional AssistantDate Posted: 9/2/2026Location: MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Closing Date: Until filled Additional Information: Show/Hide8 hours per day, 181 days per yearCLASSIFICATION: INST 03 ($25.55-$29.95 per hour) Apply online at wps.org. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS & RESUMES RECEIVED IN LIEU OF APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Highly qualified requirement: High school diploma or equivalent plus an Associate Degree, 48 college semester credits, or ParaPro PRAXIS/Workeys. For those who do not have an Associate Degree, 48 college semester credits, or ParaPro PRAXIS/Workkeys, Westminster Public Schools offers an alternative method of meeting the highly qualified requirement through district sponsored classes and district assessment.Must complete the SEPA training within 90 calendar days of employment. Work with students who have significant cognitive and behavioral disabilities, including autismMust pass various pre-employment background and screenings (external applicants only)Obtain CPI training & certificationMust have or be willing to obtain First Aide/CPR certificationMust possess strong work ethic and positive work attitudeMust be willing to address toileting and/or safety needs to students with more significant disabilities.Oral and written communication skillsAbility to communicate, interact, work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.Must adhere to confidential requirements of the student, per FERPAAbility to recognize the importance of safety in the work place, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administratorOperating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier fax machine, e-mail, desktop/laptop computer, assistive tech devicesMust be able to read, write, and comprehend EnglishExperience and skills working with culturally diverse populations desiredJOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides instructional support for students with Autism both inside and outside the Autism classroomEnsures and supports student safety, student supervision, in-school transport, and personal care (e.g., toileting, medical, feeding) of students that require itModifies assignments/projects to students' level of understanding per their disabilityPaper management (copies, communication notebooks, grading, progress monitoring, etc.)Serves as a scribe for students that require itParticipates in required training/professional development offered by the DistrictPerforms other duties as assignedWestminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Westminster Public Schools is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation or to address matters of discrimination, please contact the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: (303) 428-3511, email: CivilPrograms@wps.org. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.