Paraprofessional, Classroom - Challenge Program Paraprofessional JobID: 12822

Mesa-County-Valley-School-District-51; Colorado; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa County Valley School District 51 is seeking a Paraprofessional, Classroom for the Challenge Program. You will assist the lead teacher, reinforce academic skills, and supervise students to support a positive learning environment.

Under Building Leader guidance, you will prepare materials, assist with assessments, and participate in trainings while ensuring safety and supportive student interactions. 174-day, 8-hour work days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience or coursework related to education preferred.
• Prior school district experience is advantageous.
• Bilingual English/Spanish ability required when assigned to bilingual program.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with instruction and lesson delivery.
• Provide individual or small-group support to reinforce learning.
• Monitor student engagement and report progress to the teacher.
• Support classroom routines to maintain a productive environment.
• Assist with assessments and testing logistics as directed.

Skills

Clear communication

Customer service

Classroom support

Behavior support

Bilingual skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education coursework or experience

Prior school district experience

Bilingual English/Spanish when assigned

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Mesa County Valley School District 51

Paraprofessional, Classroom - Challenge Program Paraprofessional JobID: 12822

• Date Posted: 9/21/2026
• Closing Date: 09/27/2026

Job Title: Paraprofessional, Classroom
Pay Program: Support Staff, Non-Exempt
Pay Range: Range 6 $17.83 - $20.27
Work Year: Student Contact Days (174 Days / 8 Hours)
Reports to: Building Leader
Direct Reports: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Half of this position is temporary for the 2026-27 School Year

Summary

Operating under the direction of the Building Leader and classroom teacher, this position supports instruction, student supervision, and day-to-day classroom operations. The role reinforces academic skills, assists with behavior and social-emotional development, prepares materials, and provides supervision in a variety of school settings. This position also supports assessment activities, participates in training, and contributes to a safe, positive learning environment for all students.

Essential Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of responsibility, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

Job Responsibility Description

1. Instructional Support

• Assist the teacher with delivering instruction and implementing lesson plans across core academic areas such reading, math, and social studies.
• Provide individual or small-group support to reinforce learning and classroom expectations
• Monitor student engagement and participation. Observe and report progress or concerns to the teacher.
• Support classroom routines to maintain a productive and orderly learning environment.

2. Student Supervision and Behavior Support

• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, recess, lunch, and other school environments.
• Support student behavior and social-emotional skill development using building-wide expectations and practices.
• Model appropriate interactions and guide students in making positive choices.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, and bus loading/unloading as assigned.

3. Classroom Materials and Clerical Support

• Prepare, organize, and maintain instructional materials, supplies, and learning tools.
• Assist with basic clerical tasks such as copying, filing, grading, attendance, and student records.
• Support classroom setup including displays, visuals, and educational resources.

4. Assessment and Testing Support

• Assist with classroom, schoolwide, and state testing logistics, including small-group administration as directed.
• Support all levels of assessment, including TS Gold data collection, intervention literacy and math progress monitoring, and other building-level assessments.
• Prepare testing materials, schedule sessions, organize student groups, and assist with makeups and related documentation.

5. Meetings, Trainings, and School Activities

• Participate required staff meetings, trainings, and other professional development
• Assist with school events, field trips, off-site tours, and special projects as assigned.

6. Other Duties

• Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Coursework or experience related to education, child development, early childhood preferred
• Prior school district experience preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills required when assigned to a bilingual program

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Ability to obtain and maintain required district trainings (e.g., restraint training, first aid/CPR if assigned)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to support teacher-directed instruction and reinforce academic and behavioral expectations.
• Skill in using positive behavior supports, de-escalation techniques, and calm conflict intervention.
• Ability to build supportive, respectful relationships with students and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs, manage frequent interruptions, and maintain focus in a busy school environment.
• Ability to supervise students safely in a variety of settings and respond appropriately in crisis or emergency situations.
• Ability to follow district safety procedures and report concerns promptly.
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible with collaborative critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to provide support in a professional and approachable manner
• Commitment to handling sensitive and confidential information with the highest ethical standards
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and various stakeholders
• Ability to lead, communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to follow applicable federal, state, local laws and Board of Education policies, in addition to building and department procedures
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
• Basic operating knowledge of computers, district-approved devices, and common educational technology tools.
• Ability to use email, word processing, spreadsheets, and other standard office software.
• Ability to operate typical office equipment such as copiers, printers, and telephones.