Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) Program
Perryton, Texas, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$30/hr
Entry level
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Skills: IEP Implementation, Behavior Management, Personal Care, Student Positioning, Medical Monitoring
Teacher (Please apply directly with Leman Academy of Excellence - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)
Parker, Colorado, United States · On-site
$1/hr–$150k
Entry level
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Skills: Classical Model Of Learning, Data-Driven Instruction, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Socratic Teaching
Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$27/hr
Entry level
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Skills: Medication Administration, Chronic Health Management, First Aid, Student Record Maintenance, Confidentiality
Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) Program
Fishers, Indiana, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$30/hr
Entry level
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Skills: IEP Implementation, Behavior Management, Personal Care, G-tube Feeding, AAC Devices
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Skills: Basketball Coaching, Program Organization, Student Athlete Development, Sportsmanship, Collaboration
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Skills: Child Supervision, Curriculum Implementation, Activity Planning, Behavior Management, Family Communication
Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States · On-site
$10k/yr
Entry level
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Skills: Athletic Coaching, Program Organization, Student Athlete Development, Sportsmanship, Collaboration
Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$33/hr
Mid level
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Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) Program
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$30/hr
Entry level
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Skills: Special Education Support, Personal Care Assistance, Behavior Management, IEP Implementation, AAC Devices
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Skills: Food Preparation, Sanitation Standards, Customer Service, Time Management, Collaboration
Wilson County, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$62k–$131k/yr
Mid level
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Skills: Speech Language Pathology, Behavior Management, Case Management, IEP Development, Differentiated Instruction
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Skills: Child Supervision, Behavior Management, Activity Planning, Community Relations, First Aid
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Skills: Food Preparation, Sanitation Standards, HACCP Compliance, Customer Service, Point Of Sale (POS) Operation
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Skills: Special Education Support, Medical Procedure Administration, Behavior Support, Life Skills Instruction, Medicaid Documentation
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Skills: Instructional Support, Student Monitoring, Clerical Tasks, Conflict Mediation, First Aid
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Skills: Meal Preparation, Food Safety, Customer Service, Collaboration, Oral Communication
Prospect Village at Sterling Ranch, Colorado, United States · On-site
Entry level
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Skills: Child Supervision, Behavior Management, Activity Planning, Community Relations, First Aid
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Skills: Child Supervision, Program Planning, Behavior Management, Community Relations, First Aid
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Skills: Student Care, First Aid, Immunization Tracking, Infection Control, Emergency Care
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$19/hr–$30/hr
Full-time
high school
Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life Insurance
Posted 17d ago
Apply by Oct 21
~38 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide intensive individualized support to students with significant cognitive and physical disabilities, assisting with academic, functional, and life skills. Responsibilities include managing personal care, medical needs, and ensuring student safety and mobility within the school environment.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Candidates should have the physical ability to lift up to 70 pounds and a willingness to assist with personal hygiene and medical protocols.
Full job description
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Job Posting Title:
Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Significant Support Needs (SSN) Program
Job Description:
Under the direction and guidance of a licensed special education teacher and staff, provides specialized, intensive, and individualized support to students with Significant Support Needs (SSN), including those with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities and possible physical, health, or medical impairments. As a critical member of the special education team, supports functional, academic, and life skills instruction, assists with personal care and medical needs, and promotes student safety, engagement, and independence within a structured and supportive learning environment. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
Experience working with children or young adults with significant cognitive or physical disabilities, or complex medical needs is preferred.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Occasional lifting of forty (40) to seventy (70) pounds • Frequent bending, standing, sitting, and walking • Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, and standing • Ability to run short distances
EQUIPMENT USED: General classroom and office equipment
ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Typical classroom noise Mostly clean and comfortable
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
Responsibilities:
Health, Mobility, & Safety:
Assist with student positioning, transferring (e.g., from wheelchair to stander, floor to chair), and mobility using specialized equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, standers).
Monitor and provide delegated health care procedures, which may include seizure monitoring, administration of emergency medication (e.g., Diastat, Epipen), or basic first aid, following all required training and protocols.
Maintain a safe and clean learning environment, including cleaning/sanitizing equipment and materials used for personal care and instruction.
Closely supervise students during transitions, outdoor activities, and during mealtimes to ensure safety and prevent injury.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Functional & Life Skills Support:
Support the implementation of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals in collaboration with the Special Education Teacher, including academics, functional skills, communication, social skills, and vocational training.
Provide support to students with Significant Support Needs (SSN) across settings, including general education environments, by ensuring access to accommodations, reinforcing academic instruction, and implementing behavior management strategies, regardless of EEO status
Support students with daily living and functional skills, including but not limited to, dressing, feeding (including G-tube feeding as trained and delegated), toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene.
Aid students in using various communication methods, including sign language, picture exchange systems (PECS), and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.
Certifications:
Education:
High School or Equivalent (Required)
Skills:
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for implementing IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols with high fidelity, Strong commitment to student dignity, safety, and promoting the maximum level of independence for all students, Willingness and ability to assist students with personal care, toileting, and mobility, including lifting and transferring (with appropriate training and assistance)
Position Type:
Regular
Primary Location:
Rock Canyon High School
One Year Only (Yes or No):
No
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
37.5
FTE:
0.94
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:
180 Work Days
(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
Minimum Hire Rate:
$19.84 USD Hourly
Maximum Hire Rate:
$25.20 USD Hourly
Full Salary Range:
$19.84 USD - $30.55 USD Hourly
All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.
Time Off Plans:
This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.
This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:
October 21, 2026
Related keywords
Special EducationSignificant Support NeedsSSN ProgramIndividualized Education ProgramIEPCognitive DisabilitiesPhysical ImpairmentsAugmentative and Alternative CommunicationAACPicture Exchange Communication SystemPECSG-tube FeedingSeizure MonitoringBehavior ProtocolsFunctional SkillsVocational Training
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Douglas County is home to excellence in education and fantastic teachers who prepare Douglas County students to be successful. Our motto, "Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow," has never been more true than today. We are redefining the way we teach our students to ensure they have the skills they need to not only participate in the global economy – but to lead it.
The Douglas County School District is the third-largest school district in Colorado, serving more than 63,000 students across 90 schools. The school district offers a wide variety of pathways to learning, including neighborhood schools, charter, magnet, online schools, alternative education campuses, and home education options.
Interested in learning more about our District? Go to www.dcsdk12.org
Job opportunities are available at www.dcsdk12.org/careers
Offices: 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104, US
Educational ExcellenceK-12 public schoolsearly childhood developmentCareer and Technical EducationPreparation for Life After High SchoolColorado public schoolsTeaching and LearningSpecial EducationGifted EducationDouglas County Colorado public schools