26 - Educational Assistant - Instructional

Pueblo City Schools; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo City Schools seeks an Educational Assistant - Instructional to support teachers in Literacy and Math activities across classrooms and resource spaces at Irving Elementary School in Pueblo, Colorado. The role involves supervising small groups, preparing materials, and maintaining classroom setup while collaborating with the team to support student learning and safety.

Strong English communication and a high school diploma are required, with preferred higher education coursework and

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet ESSA Highly Qualified requirements (Work Keys or Praxis; or 48 college credits; or an Associate degree).
• English communication skills required (oral and written).
• Preferred: additional higher education coursework (2+ years) and experience with district library/catalog systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in classroom and resource spaces, supervising students in literacy and math activities.
• Lead small-group instruction and drill activities as directed.
• Support classroom technology and audiovisual equipment.
• Prepare and maintain educational materials and classroom setup.
• Attend regular team meetings and communicate with staff, students, and parents.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Keys or Praxis or 48 college credits or Associate degree

Tools

Gateway Circulation System

Reading Renaissance (AR) program

Job description

26 - Educational Assistant - Instructional

Pueblo School District 60 Irving Elementary School - Pueblo, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5915257
Application Deadline: Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 2:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

Job Title: Educational Assistant - Instructional
Work Year: 153 days 6 hours per day
Department: Learning Services
Reports To: Building Principal
Salary Range: Educational Assistant Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe benefits based on Schedule B
Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This position is grant funded, there is no guarantee of continued employment.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The purpose of the Educational Assistant - Instructional is to assist teachers in a classroom setting by supervising and assisting students in an individual and/or small group setting, preparing educational materials and setup and maintenance of classroom and supplies, and work as a team member to help students as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Highly Qualified status under ESSA
  • Pass Work Keys or Praxis test, or
  • 48 Semester Hours of College Coursework, or
  • Associates Degree
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED:

• Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education
• Experience with the District's Gateway Circulation System
• Experience working with the Reading, Renaissance (AR) program
• Spanish speaking skills

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Competence in the areas of mathematics, reading, writing, and speaking
• Ability to learn and apply behavioral management techniques with consistency and good judgement
• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and execute work using independent judgment
• Knowledge of District and school policies and procedures
• Basic computer skills and ability to use a computer for word processing
• Excellent work attitude, with willingness to take responsibility for project completion and implementing initiative in reaching organizational goals
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional/effective working relationship with all staff, students, and parents
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; Ability to answer routine questions
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist teacher in classroom and other resource spaces located throughout the school by supervising and assisting students individually and in small groups with classroom literacy, math activities, etc. to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
• Assist in such large group activities as drill work, reading aloud, and story telling
• Support students with classroom technology, including computer resources and audio visual equipment, as directed by licensed teacher
• Follow prescribed daily individual and small learning group instruction plans as outlined by school team members (principal, classroom teacher, Student Services Coordinator, and Special Education Teachers)
• Read to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communications with students
• Provide for safety of individual students as well as providing safety for students in the group
• Assist staff with record keeping, copying, filing, grading assignments, and taking attendance
• Supervise large groups of children at recess and lunch ensuring safety and security at all times
• Assist the teacher in preparing educational materials (copying, typing, laminating, etc.)
• Assist the teacher in the set-up and maintenance of the classroom, materials, and supplies
• Participate effectively at regular team meetings with teacher and other support staff demonstrating appropriate social skills, problem solving, and conflict resolution strategies
• Interact thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and parents and resolve conflict in a professional manner
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher
• Administer, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for the individual student
• Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make-up work, as assigned by the teacher
• Attend in-services, workshops, and training programs as requested by supervisor

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and classroom teacher

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Physical Requirements Sitting Frequently Stationary Standing Occasionally Walking (level surface) Frequently Walking (uneven surface) Occasionally Crawling Not Applicable Crouching (bend at knees) Occasionally Stooping (bend at waist) Occasionally Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasionally Turn/Pivot Occasionally Climbing (stairs) Rarely Climbing (ladder) Rarely Reaching overhead Frequently Reaching extension Frequently Repetitive use arms Frequently Repetitive use wrists Frequently Repetitive use hands grasping Frequently Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasionally Fine manipulation Using foot control Not Applicable *Pushing/Pulling Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally Lifting Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally Carrying Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work is performed in a typical office environment.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Pueblo, Colorado 81003
• Email: [e-mail]