2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Literacy-Olander Elementary School

Poudre School District

Fort Collins (CO)

On-site

USD 25,072 - 28,075

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

PERA retirement

Access to employee walk-in clinic

Job summary

Poudre School District is hiring for a position at Olander Elementary School aimed at assisting teachers and enhancing student learning in grades K-5. The role involves implementing instructional plans, monitoring students, and preparing classroom materials. A high school diploma is required, with experience in a school setting preferred. This ongoing position offers benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, and paid time off, ensuring a supportive work environment for educators.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
One year of related experience is necessary.
Experience working with students in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the classroom teacher with implementing instruction.
Monitor students and reinforce learning skills in various group sizes.
Prepare classroom materials and administer tests.

Skills

Experience working with students

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please Note

This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on April 24, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5642599

Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided. Applications submitted through Connecting Colorado will not be reviewed. Apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5642599

Information specific to this position

This position is for the 2026-27 school year at Olander Elementary School in grades K-5 while focusing on literacy.

Pay

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
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