Early Childhood Assistant - Part Time

Lewis Palmer School District; Black Forest (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Lewis-Palmer School District 38 seeks a part-time Early Childhood Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year at Ray E. Kilmer Elementary School in Monument, CO. The role supports preschoolers with age-appropriate learning experiences in an inclusive classroom.

The assistant works with teachers to implement the curriculum, help with self-help skills, and promote positive interactions among children throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Preschool experience or coursework preferred.
• Ability to support multiple activities and centers.
• Strong interpersonal skills with young children.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates positive play and interactions during class, centers, recess and snacks.
• Assists in preparing lesson materials and activities using the approved curriculum.
• Supports children who require differentiated learning experiences.
• Assists students with self-help skills (hand-washing, coats, toileting, diapering, snack opening).
• Collaborates with team members to contribute to district goals and student success.

Skills

Classroom support

Lesson prep

Differentiated learning

Child assistance

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/15/2026
• Location:
  Ray E. Kilmer Elementary School
• Date Available:
  When Filled

Lewis-Palmer School District 38, located in Monument, CO, is looking for a part time Early Childhood Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year at Ray E. Kilmer Elementary School. The Early Childhood Assistant works directly with the preschool classroom teachers to care for and educate preschool age children through age-appropriate learning experiences. Preschool classrooms are inclusive environments that serve students with various developmental needs. A person in this position is responsible for all children in the classroom.

• Facilitates positive play and interactions by participating with children throughout the class period including centers, recess, and snack
• Assists in preparing lesson materials and classroom activities that foster exploration and independence by utilizing the approved curriculum
• Provides assistance to children who require differentiated learning experiences
• Assists students with self-help skills such as hand-washing, coats, toileting, diapering, and opening snacks
• Contributes actively to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility in team discussions, activities, and decision making

This is a parttime position working Monday-Thursday, 8:30 - 1:15,on student contact days.The starting hourly wage for this position is $20.20 - $21.78 depending on previous experience. The start date for this position is as soon as possible.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open until filled.

To learn more about this position, please see the attached job description.

All employees are eligible for participation in the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Account, PERA. Full-time employees, employed at least thirty hours per week, of Lewis-Palmer School District are eligible for health insurance plans that include medical, dental, vision, and a life insurance. Lewis-Palmer does provide one plan that is of no cost to the individual. However, employees may choose from a selection of plans that include additional options. Paid leave is accrued in accordance with District policies and afforded to all persons in accordance with Colorado law for all eligible positions.

Lewis-Palmer School District does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment or any programs or activities based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. Compliance Coordinator: Alicia Welch Title IX Compliance Officer, 146 N. Jefferson Street PO Box 40, Monument, CO 80132, [phone], or email [e-mail]