Goshen County School District #1 in Torrington, Wyoming, is accepting applications for eight Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional positions for the 2026–2027 school year. These positions are located at Lincoln Elementary and Trail Elementary Schools, which serve students in grades K–5.

These are school-year, 150-day positions that include 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. The start date is August 17, 2026, contingent upon the successful completion of all district pre-employment requirements.

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.

These positions report to the building principals.

Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2026, or until filled.

Experience  Job related experience is desired but not required.

Education  High School diploma or equivalent

Required Testing  ParaPro Assessment Test or 48+ credits on college transcripts

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

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.