26 - Substitute Educational Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo School District No. 60 in Pueblo, Colorado seeks a Substitute Educational Assistant to support students and teachers across classrooms on an as-needed basis.

The role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a commitment to a safe, positive learning environment. Duties include supervising students, assisting with literacy and math activities, helping with materials, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to various district sites as required.
• Applicant 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.
• Previous school district experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in classroom and other resource spaces located throughout the school by supervising and assisting students individually and in small groups.
• Assist in large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.
• Support students with classroom technology and media resources as directed by licensed teachers.
• Follow prescribed daily instruction plans as outlined by school team members.
• Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in oral communications with students.
• Prepare educational materials and assist with set-up and maintenance of classroom spaces.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Previous school district experience

Job description

26 - Substitute Educational Assistant

Pueblo School District 60 Pueblo City Schools - Pueblo, Colorado

Job ID: 5865578

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 1:00 PM (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.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Substitute Educational Assistant

Work Year: As Needed

Department: Substitute Services

Reports To: School Principal/Substitute Coordinator

Salary Range: $17 / Hour

Benefits: None

Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Note: Substitute employees are employed on an as needed, on-call, day-to-day basis and are not guaranteed work on a regular basis. There are no benefits associated with substitute employment.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The primary responsibility of the Substitute Educational Assistant is to perform related duties of an educational assistant to provide continuity in the day-to-day responsibilities during the absence of the regular employee.

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.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to various district sites as required
• 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:

• Previous school district experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to establish and maintain professional/effective working relationship with others
• Competence in the areas of mathematics, reading, writing, and speaking
• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and execute work using independent judgment
• Demonstrate job knowledge, is dependable and punctual, appropriate in appearance, and observe established safety standards
• Ability to be patient with a strong customer orientation towards others
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of assignment
• 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:

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• 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)
• Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in other forms of oral communications with students
• 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
• 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
• Assist with clerical functions performed by secretaries
• Answer telephones and assist with visitors to the office
• Work with students in groups or individually assisting in the development of media skills.
• Assist students with reference work, selection of books, online reference searches, and computer use in the media center.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of assignments

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

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

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.

In an 6-hour workday, this job requires:

R Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O Occasionally (.5 2 hrs per day) F Frequently (2 4 hrs per day) C Continually (4 - 6 hrs per day) NA Not Applicable

Physical Requirements Sitting Continually Stationary Standing Occasionally Walking (level surface) Occasionally Walking (uneven surface) Rarely Crawling Rarely Crouching (bend at knees) Occasionally Stooping (bend at waist) 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 Continually Using foot control Not Applicable *Pushing/Pulling

Maximum weight: 25 lbs. Occasionally Lifting

Maximum weight: 25 lbs. Occasionally Carrying

Maximum weight: 25 lbs. Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS: Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting. The employee will be subject to exposure of infectious disease and exposure to body fluids. Often subject to loud noises associated with groups of students, phones, and bells/alarms. Daily work schedules will vary depending on student and school needs.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, [e-mail] , Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, [phone]. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at [phone], [e-mail]; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1,AC-R-2, AC-E-1,AC-E-2, AC-E-3).

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Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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