Preschool Special Needs Teaching Assistant — Temporary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Thornton, CO seeks a Preschool Teaching Assistant to support students with diverse needs. This temporary, 0.9 FTE role covers 36 hours per week for 9 months, with hourly pay of $20.31–$25.66.

You will work under an Early Childhood teacher to implement weekly lesson plans and prepare materials for a classroom of students with special needs. Personal care and clerical duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with special education needs, including autism.
• Experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Early Childhood Teaching Assistant qualification per Colorado regulations.
• Post-secondary coursework in early childhood education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support preschool students in engaging classroom activities under teacher supervision.
• Prepare materials for weekly lesson plans and classroom instruction.
• Assist with students' physical needs including daily routines and toileting.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and organize materials.
• Participate in staff development and district trainings.
• Perform clerical tasks related to licensing and paperwork.

Skills

Experience with children with special"

Experience in early childhood setting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Early Childhood Teaching Assistant qualification

Post-secondary coursework in early childhood education

Job description

Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Thornton, CO seeks a Preschool Teaching Assistant to support students with diverse needs. This temporary, 0.9 FTE role covers 36 hours per week for 9 months, with hourly pay of $20.31–$25.66.

You will work under an Early Childhood teacher to implement weekly lesson plans and prepare materials for a classroom of students with special needs. Personal care and clerical duties may be required.