2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Laurel Elementary School

Laurel 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 and long term disability

Employee walk-in clinic access

Job summary

Laurel Elementary in Fort Collins, Colorado seeks a Paraprofessional Instructional staff member to support classroom learning for K-12 students. The position runs 6.5 hours per day across 185 workdays per year and starts immediately.

The pay range is competitive and aligns with state guidelines for Title I schools. Qualifications include two years of post-secondary study or an Associate’s degree or higher, or an approved instructional assessment.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of post-secondary study or an Associates degree or higher.
• Certificate showing successful completion of an assessment demonstrating knowledge in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Skills

Reading support

Mathematics support

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Associates degree or higher

Two years of post-secondary study

State-approved instructional aide certificate

Job description

2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Laurel Elementary School

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5954056
Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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: 6.5

Work calendardays: 185

Duration of position: Ongoing

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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