English Language Learner Paraprofessional

Garfield County School District 16; Parachute (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield County School District No.16 is seeking an English Language Learner Paraprofessional to support students in the ELL program at Grand Valley Middle School. The role offers a pay range of $16.00–$28.00 per hour and requires a high school diploma or equivalent with an Associate degree or 48 college hours.

Primary duties include small-group instruction, 1-on-1 pull-out, and in-class support. You will modify assignments with the ELL teacher and assist with testing accommodations to help

Qualifications

• Solid reading, writing, and math support skills required.
• Ability to support ELL students with academics.
• Ability to modify assignments to meet IEP goals and provide testing accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct small-group instruction and 1-on-1 pull-out sessions.
• Provide in-class support tailored to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with ELL teacher to modify assignments.
• Assist with testing accommodations during district/state/national assessments.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

IEP goals understanding

One-on-one support

CPI restraint training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree / 48 semester hours

Job description

English Language Learner Paraprofessional

Job ID: 5897137

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: English Language Learner Paraprofessional

Job Family: Classified

Department: Grand Valley Middle School

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: Paraprofessional Salary Schedule: $16.00 - $28.00 per hour

Reports to: Building Principal

Job ID#: 1537

Job Description:

• This position requires a solid understanding and ability to demonstrate reading, writing, and math skills
• Support students within the ELL Program with academics
• The ability to take advice regarding ways of helping students meet his/her IEP goals is essential to this position.
• This position requires a caring, focused, and responsible disposition while working closely with a small number of Severe Needs students.
• Day-to-day duties will include small-group teaching, 1-on-1 pull-out and in-class support as it pertains to specific student needs.
• Work with ELL teacher to appropriately modify assignments as needed. Assisting students with testing accommodations during classroom, district, state, and national assessments.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-year associate's degree or 2 years of verifiable college course work (48 semester hours) OR the ability to successfully pass the WorkKeys proficiency test
• Ability to become CPI Restraint Trained
• Preference given to individuals who are bilingual and have taken classes in education and/or successfully demonstrated their ability to work with young children.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.Valid Colorado Driver's License

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Garfield County School District No.16 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 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.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $16 to $28 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kim Davis , GVMS Principal
• 0364 Sipprelle Drive
• Parachute, Colorado 81635
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]