Instructional Paraprofessional (Title 1)

Steamboat Springs School District RE-2; Steamboat II (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Sick and Personal Days

Flexible spending account

Retirement plans (401K/403B/457B)

Job summary

Sleeping Giant School in the Steamboat Springs School District RE-2 is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional (Title 1) for the 2026/27 school year. This full-time role supports Title 1 students at Sleeping Giant School PK-8 with a salary range of $26.11–$30.00 per hour and 173 work days.

The paraprofessional will collaborate with Title 1 and Intervention teachers, reinforce learning, create focused small-group instruction, administer reading and math assessments, maintain records, and

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's or associate degree, or 48 credit hours.
• High school diploma with Parapro or WorkKeys proof required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Experience with disadvantaged and at-risk youth.
• Strong clerical and computer skills.
• Preferred: CDE Science of Reading certificate.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Determine instructional needs with Title 1 and general education teachers.
• Attend informal meetings on student needs.
• Reinforce learning for Title 1 students in small groups.
• Create lesson plans for one-on-one or small groups using READ Act programs.
• Implement instruction from READ Plan, IEP or 504.
• Modify curriculum to target student needs.
• Administer reading and math assessments to identify achievement levels.
• Maintain student files to track progress per guidelines.
• Assist with data gathering for reporting to agencies.
• Monitor work, grade papers, supervise tests and makeup work.
• Communicate goals and expectations to involved staff and parents.
• Support Title 1 Parent Involvement planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with at-risk youth

Clerical/computer skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's/Associate's or 48 credit hours

High School Diploma with Parapro (460+) or WorkKeys

Job description

Instructional Paraprofessional (Title 1) JobID: 2469

• Date Posted:
  9/2/2026
  
• Location:
  Sleeping Giant School PK-8
  
• Date Available:
  10/08/2026
  

Sleeping Giant Schoolis seeking a qualified Instructional Paraprofessional (Title 1) for the 2026/27school year.

SSSD is consistently awarded "Accredited with Distinction" by the Colorado Department of Education and ranked as a top school district in the state. Our schools offer curriculum and academic programs designed to give students the skills they need to compete in college and the workplace. SSSD's talented team prepares Steamboat's students to succeed in an ever-changing world, and be able to apply essential academic skills and knowledge in various content areas.
PAY RANGE$26.11 - $30.00, depending on experience. Based on a maximum of 9years' experience,see salary schedule here.
This is a full-time position, with 173 work days, based on school schedule.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the Intervention, Title 1 teacher and General Education teachers to determine the instructional needs of each Title 1 student.
• Attend informal meetings with Title I teacher/ Intervention teacher or classroom teacher re: specific student needs.
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials and skills initially introduced and outlined by licensed staff.
• Creates lesson plans for one-on-one or small group instruction based on student needs using research- based programs as identified by the READ Act.
• Implements instruction based on students' goals from individual learning plans ( READ Plan, IEP, and/or 504).
• Modify grade-level curriculum to best target student needs.
• Administers reading and math assessments to identify the level of student achievement.
• Maintains student files as required by the needs of federal, state, and local guidelines to track student progress.
• Assists the Title 1/ Intervention teacher or classroom teacher with gathering a variety of data that is needed for reporting to local, State and/or Federal agencies.
• Monitors work, corrects papers, and supervises curriculum-based testing and makeup work as assigned.
• Communicates goals and academic expectations to all involved in student progress.
• Performs clerical and instructional duties as assigned by licensed staff.
• Alerts licensed staff to any problem or special information about an individual student.
• Ability to impact student achievement through mentoring, motivation, and monitoring practices. Utilize strategies in supporting students' academic program in reading and math
• Develops and maintains a Title 1 classroom environment that is conducive to effective student learning, including management of discipline and student conflict.
• When requested, serves as a resource person to the General Education Intervention Team.
• Understands, accepts, and abides by the Steamboat Springs School District philosophy and mission statement in all school activities.
• Participates in professional development, building, and district meetings as requested.
• Ability to maintain discipline and manage conflicts between students.
• Works professionally and cooperatively with others to achieve duties and responsibilities
• Able to work the schedule assigned and be regularly in attendance at work, and on time.
• Assists with the planning of activities for Title 1 Parent Involvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Bachelor's, or Associate's degree, or min 48 hrs course work at an institution of higher education
• Or a High School Diploma or GED,and proof of passing the ETS Parapro with a minimum score of 460 or higher.
• Or High School Diploma or GEDandproof of passing the ACT Workkeys with the minimum passing scores: Applied Mathematics/Applied Math (Score of 4) and Reading for Information/Workplace Documents (Score of 4)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, staff, and parents
• Experience in working with disadvantaged and at-risk youth
• High level of proficiency in clerical and computer skills
• Preferred: Willing/able to complete and receive a certificate for the CDE Science of Reading program
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Decision Making: An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is to follow all policies/procedures and best practice. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing the financial condition of the district to be affected. Errors made in decision-making could potentially result in substantial cost to the District or damage the credibility of the District.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond professionally to questions from groups of parents, community members, commissions, colleagues and Board of Education.

Mathematical Skills:Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, discounts, commissions, proportions, percentage, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract concrete variables. Ability to analyze and use data to supervise the delivery of instruction and the school improvement process.

Technology Skills: Proficient use of technology which includes: basic operations and concepts, word processing, spreadsheets, internet usage, critical evaluation of information, data analysis, email, integration of technology.

Other Skills And Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in education. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.

Ability to copy, coordinate, instruct, evaluate and negotiate. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to discipline students consistent with district procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift items weighing 50 pounds from floor level to an elevation of four feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity in the particular part of the day.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance with significant district contribution towards premiums.
• Sick and Personal Days
• Flexible spending account
• Voluntary retirement savings options(401K, 403B, 457B)
• Term Life insurance
• Professional Development reimbursement opportunities
• District Wellness Clinic
• ***some benefits may have eligibility requirements**

This information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion/clearance of a CBI/FBI background check.
Steamboat Springs School District is an equal opportunity employer.