Preschool Paraprofessional-Long Term Substitute

Steamboat Springs School District RE-2; Colorado; On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick days

District Wellness Clinic

Job summary

Steamboat Springs School District RE-2 in Colorado is seeking a Long Term Substitute Preschool Paraprofessional for Strawberry Park Elementary. The role begins 11/09/2026 and runs through 06/02/2027, with entry pay between $26.11 and $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

You will assist Lead Teacher with classroom setup, student support, and project preparation, while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate's Degree in ECE or minimum of 15 completed semester credits in ECE at an accredited college or university.
• Experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Ability to work cooperatively on a team with other professionals.
• Mobility to restrain students and assist with daily activities as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher with classroom preparation and management at daily start/end and school year transitions.
• Support student learning, manage small groups, and help implement curriculum.
• Plan unit themes, prepare materials, and create bulletin boards to support themes.
• Maintain classroom order and assist with behavior management as needed.
• Maintain records and communicate with parents via email, newsletters, and meetings.
• Support students with IEP goals and document progress for assessment.

Skills

Experience with young children

Teamwork

Mobility

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Clerical skills

Education

Associate's Degree in ECE or 15 ECE credits

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Preschool Paraprofessional-Long Term Substitute JobID: 2487

• Date Posted: 10/22/2026
• Location: Strawberry Park Elementary School
• Date Available: 11/09/2026

Strawberry Park Elementary is seeking Long Term Substitute Preschool Paraprofessional to assist in the classroom and provide support for the preschool from 11/09/2025-06/02/2027

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 and schedule:

Entry pay range: $26.11 - $30.00, depending on experience.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Lead Teacher with classroom preparation and management at the beginning and end of each day as well as the beginning and end of the school year (organizing supplies, cleaning tables and equipment as needed, etc.)
• Assist with student/classroom management, projects, curriculum implementation and student support as assigned by Lead Teacher
• Plan unit themes and help prepare materials for all projects; Create and prepare bulletin boards in classroom to support themes
• Work with small group instruction in the classroom
• Assist students in the use of classroom technology
• Maintain physical order of the classroom; maintain discipline of groups of students
• Assess students three (3) times throughout the school year in preparation for Parent-Teacher conferences
• Carry out ongoing Parent-Teacher communication through the use of emails, newsletters, and face-to-face dialog
• Maintain current and accurate records on all students
• Implement individual behavior plan as necessary, support with special education identified students with IEP plans
• Support, implement, and document objectives for Teaching Strategies GOLD

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Associate's Degree in ECE or minimum of 15 completed semester credits in ECE at an accredited college or university
• Experience in teaching young children
• Ability to work cooperatively on a team with other professionals
• Adequate mobility to perform the following tasks: restrain students, catching running students, lift moving objects
• Possess sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform responsibilities as described
• Able to work independently without direct supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, staff, co-workers, administrators and parents
• Proficiency in clerical, secretarial and computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

BENEFITS OPPORTUNITIES

• Medical, dental and vision insurance with significant district contribution towards premiums. (**eligible at .5 FTE or more)
• Sick and Personal Days
• District Wellness Clinic

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Decision Making

An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is to interpret policies/procedures and best practice. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing financial condition of 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.

*This job description states general employment conditions and responsibilities for paraprofessionals and in no way changes or amends the District's policies, practices, or procedures regarding curriculum, educational methodology or practice, or policies regarding the education of exceptional children.

All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of a CBI/FBI background check. EOE