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SPED EA IV - ESY - Bridge Transition ProgramResponsible for assisting young adults (ages 18 - 21) with special needs to acquire and maintain employment skills in relation to each individual’s own needs in a variety of community businesses and classroom settings through evaluation of job skills and modifying jobs with employers. The location of this position is based on student need and is subject to change as needed. Develops and promotes good community relations among various district and community clientele. Essential Physical Requirements: ● Occasional lifting of 40 to 70 pounds ● Frequent bending, standing, sitting, walking ● Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, or standing ● Ability to run short distances
--- May assist and escort student in bus transference, which may involve lifting children and/or equipment. May provide assistance to students in non-classroom settings.
--- Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures.
--- Communicate with parents and other school personnel as needed.
--- Respect confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.
--- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
--- May provide assistance in some therapeutic activities as prescribed by therapist and assist in documentation of progress and services.
--- Document health related services in designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program as assigned.
--- May be responsible for classroom supervision in the absence of the teacher.
--- Support daily and long range lessons and activities under the direction of a certified teacher to meet Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.
--- Assist students with daily functions such as food preparation, hand over hand or tube feeding, toileting, etc., as well as life skills instructions.
--- Collaborate and consult with special needs team and other specialist on various activities, planning, and resource allocations.
Crisis Prevention Certification - Colorado, First Aid/CPR Certification - Colorado, Intervention Certification - Colorado, Small Vehicle Driver's License - Douglas County School District, Valid Colorado Driver’s License - Colorado DMV
High School or Equivalent (Required)
Temporary
Variable Location Employee - SPED
Yes
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0 Work Days
$19.84 USD Hourly
$25.20 USD Hourly
$19.84 USD - $30.55 USD Hourly
This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.
This position is eligible for paid sick time.
May 29, 2026

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.
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