Instructional Assistant - Childcare

Westminster Public Schools; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Westminster Public Schools seeks an Educational Support Professional - Instructional Assistant for the Early Learning Center at Gregory Hill. The role is 7.5 hours per day, 210 days per year, with compensation between $21.75 and $25.30 per hour.

Primary duties include assisting with instruction, preparing materials, and supporting classroom safety. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 60-day preschool training, and preferred experience with young children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; preschool training due within 60 days of employment.
• Early Childhood Education Credential Level 1 Version 2.0 or higher, or completion within the first year.
• 2+ years of experience with children aged 3 months to 5 years preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment background screenings.
• Ability to work with and understand the needs of diverse students.
• Computer experience.
• Bilingual desired.
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for activities designed by the teacher so they are ready when students arrive.
• Support a safe learning environment for all children.
• Assist with group or individual instruction.
• Ensure student safety across settings.
• Help develop weekly lesson plans with the classroom teacher.
• Collaborate with staff on building-wide responsibilities.
• Inform parents about upcoming events and opportunities for involvement.
• Complete clerical duties as assigned and maintain attendance and student records.
• Carry out other assigned duties as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Early Childhood Education Credential Level 1 Version 2.0+

Job description

Position Type: ESP - Instructional Assistant Date Posted: 8/14/2026 Location: EARLY LEARNING CENTER AT GREGORY HILL Closing Date: Until filled Additional Information: Show/Hide
7.5 hours per day, 210 days per year
CLASSIFICATION: INST 01 ($21.75-$25.30 per hour)

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Must complete the preschool training within 60 days of employment
• Early Childhood Education Credential Level 1 Version 2.0 or higher as defined by the Colorado Office of Early Childhood desired, or complete within the first year of employment
• More than two years of experience in working with children ages 3 months through 5 years of age desired
• Must pass various pre-employment background screenings
• Ability to work with and understand the needs of students
• Computer experience
• Bilingual desired
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
• Experience and/or skills working with culturally diverse population desired

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures that materials for activities designed by the teacher are ready upon arrival of students
• Assists in maintaining a safe learning environment for all children
• Assists with group or individual instruction
• Ensures student safety in a variety of settings
• Assists classroom teacher with the development of weekly lesson plans
• Participates with other members of the staff in cooperative efforts
• Ensures that parents are informed of upcoming events and opportunities for parent participation
• Completes clerical duties as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Maintains accurate records of attendance, progress and personal student information
• Completes all other assigned duties which are building wide shared responsibilities

Westminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Westminster Public Schools is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation or to address matters of discrimination, please contact the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: [phone], email: [e-mail]. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.