Special Education Paraprofessional - Office of Special Services

GCSD#1 in Torrington, Wyoming, has a 1-to-1 Special Education Paraprofessional position available for the 2026-27 school year. This position provides individualized support to a high school student in the school setting. The start date is contingent upon successful completion of all district pre-employment requirements.

This is a school-year position that includes a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, and paid leave in accordance with district policy. Candidates must meet the highly qualified requirements for paraprofessional positions.

Duties will include providing individualized assistance with supervision, care, and instruction; supporting the implementation of the student’s educational and behavioral plans; assisting with classroom and school activities; and monitoring and supporting the student’s safety, behavior, participation, and progress. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with special education staff, teachers, and other school personnel to support the student’s educational and daily needs.

The job of Paraprofessional - Special Education was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of special education students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time; providing information to appropriate school personnel; and attending IEP meetings if required.

This job reports to the Director of Special Services.

Applications will be accepted through November 1, 2026, or until the position is filled.

Other Functions

 Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

The complete job description can be viewed on the district website under Employment/Job Descriptions.

Experience  Job related experience is desired but not required.

Education  High School diploma or equivalent

Required Testing  Para Pro Assessment Test or 48 credits on college transcript

Certificates and Licenses  Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ. / Training  Level I CPI Training, or equivalent training, within 6 months of hire and annual training renewal if required; professional development

Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status  Non Exempt

Goshen County School District No. 1 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, may be referred to: Central Administration, 626 West 25th Avenue, Torrington, WY 82240 (307) 532-2171, or Wyoming Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Coordinator, 122 West 25th Street, Suite E200, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002-0050, (307) 777-6198. See District Policy 4300/5100 Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment.

Salary : $19 - $22