Cortez - Paraprofessional - Mesa

Montezuma-Cortez SD RE-1 - Mesa Elementary; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Elementary in Cortez, Colorado seeks a Paraprofessional to support teachers, assist with clerical tasks, and promote a positive classroom environment.

Spanish speaking preferred; the role involves supervising students, designing simple instructional materials, maintaining records, and helping with daily activities within a collaborative district culture.

Starting date is immediate with ongoing training to align with Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 policies and school goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Continuing education is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• General office equipment knowledge.
• Technical proficiency in word processing and computers.
• Some knowledge of classroom management.
• Some knowledge of child development.
• May require First Aid and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Aiding teachers in working with students, clerical tasks, and other functions.
• Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.
• Collaborates with teachers to provide instructional and enrichment assistance to students.
• Designs suitable materials for classroom use, bulletin boards and educational displays.
• Supervises students in classrooms, lunchroom, playground, field trips, and related settings.
• Provides clerical support including grading, filing, typing and record maintenance.
• Assists in maintaining students’ records and reports.
• Provides general assistance to students in non-instructional situations.
• Attends training meetings and school functions; performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management

Child development knowledge

Word processing

Computers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Continuing education (preferred)

Tools

General office equipment

Job description

Cortez - Paraprofessional - Mesa

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Job Details

Job ID: 5964734

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY.

Position: ParaprofessionalMesa Elementary (Spanish Speaking Preferred)

Our Vision

The district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:

• Achieve personal goals and academic growth.
• Are invested in success for their future.
• Attain high levels of literacy and 21 st century skills.
• Are engaged in active citizenship.
• Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.

Position Summary: Responsible for aiding teachers in working with students, clerical tasks, and other functions. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.

Typical Responsibilities

• Collaborates with teachers to provide instructional and enrichment assistance to individual students, and large and small groups.
• Designs suitable materials for classroom use, bulletin boards and educational displays.
• Supervises students in various school settings and situations, including classrooms, lunchroom, playground, us lines, field trips, etc.
• Provides clerical support, including paper grading, student folders, typing and filing office support activities, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of students’ records, such as grade records, report cards, diagnostic and achievement test scores, and others.
• Provides general assistance to students in non-instructional situations.
• May administer minor first aid in the absence of other personnel.
• Attending appropriate building training meetings, school functions and sessions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to use proper English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills.
• Multilingual oral and written communication skills preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting.
• Ability to promote and follow district policies, and building/department procedures.
• Ability to assist in supporting classroom management systems and reinforcement systems.
• Ability to use effective interventions for at risk learners.

Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge

Operating knowledge of basic office equipment, copy machine, printer, chrome books etc.

Position Requirements

Education and Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent. (required)

Continuing education (preferred)

Experience and Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• General office equipment.
• Technical proficiency in word processing and computers.
• Some knowledge of classroom management.
• Some knowledge of child development.

Culture and Fit

• Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1
• Desire to work as a member of a dynamic team
• Openness to feedback and willingness to share ideas
• Maintains and models high standards of personal and professional integrity and confidentiality

Licenses or Certification: May require First A​id and CPR certifications.

Reports to: Principal

Supervisory Duties: None

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: 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.

Physical Activities

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Reach with hands and arms

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

X

Talk

X

Listen

X

Weight and Force Demands

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

Noise Level

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

X

Loud

Very Loud

Mental Functions

Compare

X

Analyze

X

Communicate

X

Copy

X

Coordinate

X

Instruct

X

Compute

X

Synthesize

X

Evaluate

X

Interpersonal Skills

X

Compile

X

Negotiate

X

Work Environment

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme Cold (non-weather)

X

Extreme Heat (non-weather)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Work with explosives

X

Risk of radiation

X

Vibration

X

Vision Demands

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

X

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Supervisor Name (Print) Supervisor Signature Date

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSE

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI)

Rhonda Tracy, Director of Human Resources

400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1136

[e-mail]

504 Compliance Officer (Section 504)

Katie Nelson, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services

400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1118

[e-mail]

M-CSD RE-1 School Governance Policies can be found on our website at:

www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies

CLÁUSULA DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN

El Distrito Escolar Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 no discrimina contra ninguna clase protegida identificada por el Estado de Colorado. La falta de habilidades para hablar inglés no será una barrera para la participación o la admisión. El siguiente personal ha sido designado para atender consultas sobre nuestras políticas de no discriminación:

Coordinador del Título IX Oficial de Cumplimiento (Título II/ADA, Título VI)

Justin Schmitt, Directora Ejecutiva de Recursos Humanos

400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1135

[e-mail]

504 Oficial de Cumplimiento (Sección 504)

Lisa Megel, Director Ejecutivo de Servicios para Estudiantes Excepcionales

400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1118

[e-mail]

Las políticas de gobierno escolar de M-CSD RE-1 se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en:

www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies

Referenced Policies: AC, AC-E-1, AC-R (Option 1), AC-R-2*, JB, JBA, JBA-E, JBB*, JII-R

NOTE: Federal law requires districts to provide continuing notification of non-discrimination statements and the Title IX coordinator’s contact information. This information must be published in student, parent, and employee handbooks, course catalogs, program/employee application forms, and recruitment materials. 34 C.F.R. § 106.8.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25,072 to $30,018 Per Year

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy MacBean
• Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
• Cortez, Colorado 81321
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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