2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Irish Bilingual Elementary School

Irish Elementary; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Short/long term disability

Walk-in clinic access

Job summary

Irish Elementary in Fort Collins, Colorado is hiring a 2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Irish Bilingual Elementary School. The position is posted through Poudre School District and starts immediately, with a short description available in the job listing.

Pay ranges from $18.35 to $20.55 per hour, based on qualifications and experience, with 6 hours per day, 177 workdays in the school year and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, and paid

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary study completed.
• Associates or higher degree by the start date.
• Certificate showing a state-approved assessment for reading, writing, and math.

Education

Associates or higher degree

Two years of post-secondary study

Job description

2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Irish Bilingual Elementary School

Poudre School District Irish Elementary - Fort Collins, Colorado Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Poudre School District - Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5952354

Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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Information specific to this position: Colorado Department of Education requirements for paraprofessionals at Title I schools preferred but not required:

• Demonstrates successful completion of at least two years of post-secondary study


• OR, already holds or will complete by the start of the assignment an Associates or higher degree


• OR, holds a certificate showing successful completion of an assessment selected by the state or by the employing school district that meets state and federal standards and that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics.

Pay Range: $18.35-$20.55/hour (min–12% above min), based on qualifications and experience*

Hours/day: 6

Work calendardays: 177

Duration of position: Remainder of school year

Benefits include: 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.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existingemployees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-relatedreasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description;therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!

If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at [e-mail]. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

Position Type: See Job Description

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources


• 2407 LaPorte Avenue


• Fort Collins, Colorado 80521


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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