Paraprofessional, Classroom (Temporary for the 2026-27 School Year)

Mesa County Valley School District 51; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mesa County Valley School District 51 in Grand Junction, Colorado, seeks a Paraprofessional, Classroom (Temporary for the 2026-27 School Year). Under supervision of Building Leader and classroom teacher, you will support instruction, supervise students, and handle day-to-day classroom operations.

This role reinforces academic skills, assists with behavior and social-emotional development, prepares materials, and supports assessment activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or 48 college hours or passing WorkKeys for Title I.
• Prior experience with children preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish when assigned to bilingual program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivering instruction and implementing lesson plans in core subjects.
• Provide individual or small-group support to reinforce learning.
• Monitor engagement and report progress to the teacher.
• Support routines to maintain a productive learning environment.
• Supervise students in various settings and assist with behavior support.
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with clerical tasks.
• Aid with assessment logistics and data collection as directed.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school activities.

Skills

Positive behavior supports

De-escalation techniques

Communication skills

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

48 college hours or Associate's degree

WorkKeys or approved assessment

Bilingual English/Spanish when assigned

Job description

Paraprofessional, Classroom (Temporary for the 2026-27 School Year) JobID: 12797

• Date Posted: 8/28/2026
• Closing Date: 10/22/2026

Pay Program: Support Staff, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: Range 6 ($17.83 - $20.27)

Reports to: Building Leader

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.

Job Responsibility Description

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.

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.

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.

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 make-ups and related documentation.

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.

Other Duties

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

Education and Experience

Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree, completion of at least 48 semester hours of college coursework, or a passing score on the WorkKeys assessment (or other approved assessment) required for Title I schools
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting 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.

Postings current as of 10/17/2026 1:37:00 AM CST.

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