Special Education Instructional Assistant - Paraprofessional

Global Village Academy; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Village Academy Collaborative is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support licensed staff by conducting small-group and one-on-one instruction, updating student records, and assisting with lesson delivery. The role may involve translation where possible and supporting testing and materials preparation.

The position emphasizes effective communication, patience, and flexibility to work with diverse student backgrounds. Regular attendance and collaboration with volunteers are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred; minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and monitor small group and one-to-one instruction of students.
• Help maintain and update records of students' progress, attendance, test scores and personal information; input data into the computer system.
• Plan and present lessons to promote and supplement skills introduced in the classroom.
• Monitor students in non-classroom settings.
• Prepare instructional materials for class or pull-out sessions.
• Secure supplies, materials and equipment and maintain order.
• Attend job-related in-services.
• Assist with parent volunteers.
• Administer scheduled testing.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Public relations

Instruction

Curriculum

Conflict resolution

Multitasking

Problem solving

Facilitation

Management

Decision making

Computing skills

Office software

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computer systems

Job description

Summary

Under the direction of a licensed administrator, this position is responsible for monitoring and/or presenting reinforcing skills with small groups of students or one-on‑one, maintaining and updating student records and monitoring and recording student's academic and behavioral progress. May assist classroom teachers by helping to plan and present lessons, prepare instructional materials, monitor students in various non-classroom settings and/or assist in the administration of tests. Individuals in this position may be assigned to one or more classrooms or the in‑house suspension classroom. Some Instructional Assistant's may assist their lead teacher with translation and/or verbal communication using the second language skills when possible.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred; minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• English language skills required

Essential Duties

• Facilitate and/or monitor small group and one‑on‑one instruction of students
• Help maintain and update records of students' progress, attendance, test scores and/or personal information. Input data and information into the computer system
• May plan and present lessons to promote and supplement skills, concepts, and strategies introduced in the classroom
• Monitoring students in non‑classroom setting
• Help prepare instructional materials for use in class or "pull‑out" sessions
• Help secure supplies, materials and equipment and maintain order
• Attend job‑related in‑services
• Help with parent volunteers
• Help administer scheduled testing
• Additional duties as requested

Other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Advanced oral and written communication, public relations, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, facilitation, management, decision making, computer and organizational skills
• Ability to work with students with various backgrounds and abilities
• Advanced skill in dealing with students and staff with diverse needs at various levels
• Ability to be flexible and patient and make change
• Knowledge of instruction and curriculum
• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, work processing software, and basic office equipment
• English language skills required. Oral and written fluency in second language may be preferred and required depending on building assignment

Please note this description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position.

Global Village Academy shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. GVA is committed to cultural diversity among school personnel as a means of enriching the educational experience. GVA shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.

RELOCATION IS NOT PROVIDED FOR THIS POSITION.