Classroom Aide | Aurora, Colorado

Looking to make a genuine impact in the lives of young adults with disabilities? This opportunity near Aurora, CO, offers a rewarding contract role within a school setting, ideal for those with a passion for behavioral support and a commitment to helping students thrive both academically and personally.

This position requires professionals who are confident in handling significant or severe caseloads, particularly in educational environments. You will be supporting students aged 18-21+ through Transition Services, assisting with life skills development in community-based settings. Your background in behavior management, as well as experience with communication devices, will help you excel in this setting.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Strong behavioral support background, preferably from school-based roles
• Experience with significant or severe caseloads is strongly preferred
• Prior work with young adults with disabilities, especially around life transitions
• Familiarity with communication devices used by students with disabilities
• Ability to assist with personal care tasks, including toileting and diapering
• Reliable personal transportation (public options not considered reliable)
• Availability to report to work by 8:00am daily
• Must provide two completed professional RefAssured references at submission—absolutely required
• Willingness to complete immediate fingerprinting upon offer (no charges permitted)
• Must note their location when presenting

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct behavioral and educational support to students in transition programs
• Implement recommendations for behavior management and support communication needs
• Foster independence and life skills in community-based environments
• Support personal care needs as required
• Collaborate with educators, therapists, and families to promote student progress

The contract runs from August 11 through May 21, 2027, offering 37.5 hours per week in a highly supportive school environment.

If you’re committed to empowering young adults with disabilities and meet all criteria, submit your application today—be sure to include your location and two completed RefAssured professional references for immediate consideration!

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.33 to $35.33. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.