.78 Preschool Paraprofessional (SCE) SY26-27 Starting Oct. 5th (31 hours/week)

Summit Cove Elementary; Dillon (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Cove Elementary in Dillon, Colorado seeks a .78 Preschool Paraprofessional for SY26-27 starting Oct 5th, 31 hours per week. You will support preschool instruction under the Preschool Director, assisting with small groups, large groups and individual work for at-risk, special needs and typical children.

Core duties include supervising activities, maintaining safety, communicating with parents, assisting with curriculum, preparing materials, helping with meals and cleanup, and supporting

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum of an associate's degree.
• Experience caring for 3-5 year olds.
• TB test and physical exam required within 6 weeks of employment.
• Must meet No Child Left Behind Act qualification criteria.

Responsibilities

• Supervise preschool children during activities and transitions.
• Assist with safety monitoring and equipment checks.
• Communicate information about day and development to parents.
• Implement curriculum set by Preschool Director/Teacher.
• Support with small groups, large groups and individual instruction.
• Assist with projects, snacks, cleanup and routine tasks.
• Support medically fragile students and assist with feeding when needed.
• Prepare materials and assist with drills and emergency procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Clerical

Licensing compliance

Education

Associate's degree

48 college credit hours

Job description

.78 Preschool Paraprofessional (SCE) SY26-27 Starting Oct. 5th (31 hours/week)

Summit School District Region 1 Summit Cove Elementary - Dillon, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5937073

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 5, 2026

Job Description

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION: : Provide instruction of preschool students under the supervision of the Preschool Director, including small groups, large groups, and individual instruction to at risk, special needs and typically developing children.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

Frequency

I. Supervise children during preschool day by guiding and directing activities and behavior.

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2. Assist in implementation of safety at all times by ensuring safe behavior and by monitoring toys, furniture and equipment for signs of damage and possible danger to students.

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3. Communicate with parents, including sharing information about the child's day and development and inquiring about the child's needs and routine.

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4. Implement and follow-through with the curriculum set by the Preschool Director/Teacher.

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5. Communicate with teachers and other staff the academic and/or behavioral progress of students.

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6. Use instructional equipment, including computers, in individualized group activities

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7. Assist in organizing equipment and supplies, setting-up and cleaning-up snacks/lunch.

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8. Assist in preparation of projects, fire drills and emergency procedures

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9. Clean rooms after projects and playtime. Wash dishes, do laundry and arrange furniture for the following day.

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10. Assist with medically fragile students, handle bodily fluids (including changing diapers), and assist with feeding.

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14. Compliance of state licensing regulations.

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15. Monitors children in the classroom, on the playground and on the school bus (if applicable).

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16. Demonstrates the commitment to build and maintain a safe, fair and respectful working and learning environment that honors the cultural diversity of students and staff.

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17. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

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CONTACTS: Students, Teachers, Parents, and Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a minimum of an associate's degree
• Experience in the group care of children ages 3-5
• Effective Communication and interpersonal skills
• Specialized courses and training to meet applicable state requirements
• Group leader qualified as stipulated by state childcare licensing state regulations
• Clerical skills appropriate to duties of position
• TB test and physical exam (acquired within 6 weeks of employment), if applicable
• Must be highly qualified according to the No Child Left Behind Act (A.A. or A.S. Degree, or 48 semester hours of credit, or passing score on State approved Content/Knowledge test)
• Valid community First Aid and CPR card (or acquire within 30 days of hire)
• Physical exam (acquired within 30 days of employment
• Participate in a minimum of 15 hour training annually required to meet state child care licensing standards.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $22.51 to $28.45 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shelly Martinez , Principal
• Summit Cove Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]