2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-1st Grade-Olander Elementary School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 25,072 - 28,075; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

A local school district in Fort Collins is seeking a passionate individual to fill the role of a 1st grade classroom assistant for the 2026-27 school year. The position involves assisting the classroom teacher with instruction, preparing materials, monitoring students, and maintaining classroom organization. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably prior experience working with students. Benefits include health and dental insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, in addition to an hourly pay range of $18.20-$20.38 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience is required.
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with implementing instruction.
• Prepare classroom materials, administer tests, and maintain files.
• Monitor students in classroom and during breaks.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Information specific to this position

This position is for the 2026-27 school year in a 1st grade classroom at Olander Elementary School.

Pay and Schedule

• Pay Range: $18.20-$20.38/hr, based on qualifications and experience
• These pay rates are based on the 2025-26 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process for the 2026-27 school year
• Hours/day: 6.5
• Work calendar days: 185
• Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits

Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

Summary

Responsible for assisting the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and/or reinforcing learning skills in one-on-one, small, and/or large student groups. Assist with preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, documenting student achievement, and/or monitoring students.

Job Tasks

• Assist the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in one-on-one, small, and/or large student groups. Implement and support the teacher's instruction plan.
• Assist teacher in preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, and/or documenting student achievement.
• Monitor students in classroom and during breaks, lunch, recess, time outs, on field trips, getting on and off the bus, etc. Reinforce school-wide discipline procedures.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Assist teacher and/or administration with special projects.
• Attend appropriate in-services, building meetings, training, IEP meetings, parent conferences, and/or school functions.
• Administer state testing (TCAP) in small groups.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licenses Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of related experience
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
• Criminal background check required for hire
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail]