Long-Term Paraprofessional – Early Childhood Support

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Job summary

Poudre School District in Fort Collins is seeking a long-term classified substitute Paraprofessional for Early Childhood Integrated Services at Irish Bilingual Elementary School. Coverage is from 8/14/2026 to 11/9/2026, with 7.5 hours per day at a pay rate of $20.02/hour. Benefits include PERA retirement.

Applicants should support students with varying needs and assist teachers with materials. This substitute position is located in a Title I environment and adheres to PSD’s commitment to equity,

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to assist in instruction and support Early Childhood students.
• Ability to help with personal care and social skills development.
• Familiarity with classroom materials and basic clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Early Childhood students with personal care, social skills, and self-awareness activities.
• Support teacher with classroom materials and monitoring during activities.
• Provide instructional support to students with mild to significant support needs.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Student support

Instructional assistance

Personal care support

Clerical support

Classroom materials

Education

Two years of post-secondary study

Associate or higher degree

Certificate showing reading/writing/mathematics proficiency

Job description

Poudre School District in Fort Collins is seeking a long-term classified substitute Paraprofessional for Early Childhood Integrated Services at Irish Bilingual Elementary School. Coverage is from 8/14/2026 to 11/9/2026, with 7.5 hours per day at a pay rate of $20.02/hour. Benefits include PERA retirement.

Applicants should support students with varying needs and assist teachers with materials. This substitute position is located in a Title I environment and adheres to PSD’s commitment to equity,