Educational Assistant IV - Early Childhood Ed

Douglas County School District; Littleton (CO); Sur place; USD 27 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health

Vision

Dental

HSA

FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Voluntary insurance

401(k)/403(b)/457

Résumé du poste

Douglas County School District is seeking an Educational Assistant IV for Early Childhood Education at Roxborough Primary. The role supports teachers and special services, including health-related tasks for preschool students, and may involve mid-day travel using a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting with interventions, documenting health services when needed, and maintaining classroom setups.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Provides assistance to teachers and students including health-related tasks as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to district policies.

Responsabilités

• Provide supervision and care for preschool students throughout the day.
• Assist with materials preparation and implementation of interventions under supervision.
• Document health-related services when applicable and maintain required records.
• Support classroom setup/cleanup and preparation of lesson materials.
• Assist students in non-classroom settings (bathroom, playground, bus, etc.).
• Ensure safety and maintain confidentiality of student information.

Connaissances

Positive attitude

Collaboration with stakeholders

Computer proficiency

English communication

Attendance and working hours

Detail orientation

Time management

Policy adherence

Formation

High School or Equivalent

Description du poste

Educational Assistant IV - Early Childhood Ed

Responsible for providing assistance to teachers and special service providers; assists in instruction, medical and health needs of special education students (preschool-age); provides some clerical support. The location of this position is based on student need and is subject to change as needed.

Position may require mid-day travel, more likely for EA IV Variable/Floater positions, using personal vehicle.

Essential Environmental Demands

• Providing assistance to students with toileting, diapering, feeding and related personal needs
• Supervision of outdoor play in varying weather conditions (IAW CDHS licensing regulations)
• Working in an environment that may include emotional outbursts or volatile student behavior

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds
• Frequent bending, standing, sitting, and walking; to include sitting on the ground or in low chairs
• Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, and pushing
• Frequent use of hands, keyboarding, and writing
• Vision, auditory, and mental acuity within normal ranges

Responsibilities

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

• Conduct proper cleaning and sanitizing of classroom in accordance with local, Douglas County Health Board (DCHB) and CDHS regulations
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
• Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures, as delegated. (This should be marked N/A if there are no students requiring medication administration during the school day.)
• Provide appropriate supervision of students throughout the day, including in the absence of the preschool teacher (e.g. name to face counting of students multiple times per session)
• Assist with materials preparation and implementation of interventions and strategies under the direction of the preschool teacher and/or special education team
• Document health-related services in the designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD school Medicaid reimbursement program, as assigned (This should be marked N/A if there are no students eligible for Medicaid in either session.)
• Communicate and interact appropriately with students, families, and school personnel
• Provide assistance to students in non-classroom settings (e.g., bathroom, playground, bus transference, etc.) which may involve lifting children and/or equipment.
• Assist in documentation of student learning and growth (e.g., IEP goal progress monitoring, TS GOLD, etc.)
• Support classroom set up/clean up, lesson plans and materials preparation under the direction of the preschool teacher and/or licensed/certified provider
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities
• Complete and maintain up-to-date records of all required district, department, and CDHS professional development trainings, competencies, and accounts, including, but not limited to: Professional Development Information System (PDIS), Teaching Strategies GOLD (TSG) Interrater Reliability (IRR) certification, etc. Annually, ECE Preschool staff must participate in a minimum of 15 hours of Early Childhood specific professional development.
• Assist students with daily functions and life skills instruction such as food preparation, hand over hand or tube feeding, toileting, etc.

Certifications

CPR - American Heart Association, First Aid - American Heart Association

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills

Ability to consistently maintain a generally positive and professional attitude, Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders to meet diverse needs and achieve successful outcomes, Effective operation and appropriate use of personal computers, software applications, general office equipment and telephone systems, Effective verbal and written English communication skills and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions, Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job, Strong detail orientation, time management and organizational skills, Willingness and commitment to observe and model all District policies and procedures

Position Type

Regular

Primary Location

Roxborough Primary

One Year Only (Yes Or No)

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

37.5

Fte

0.94

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

180 Work Days

(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate

$19.84 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$25.20 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$19.84 USD - $30.55 USD Hourly

All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

• health
• vision
• dental
• health savings account (HSA)
• flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• short and long-term disability
• critical illness and accident voluntary insurance
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

January 30, 2027