Student Support Aide – After-School Programs

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay rate: $20.50

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Program Leader assistant to help provide a safe, nurturing environment for students and support engagement. The role focuses on supervision, organized learning spaces, and strong community relations with families and staff.

Ideal candidates will help implement engaging activities, follow policies, and maintain daily schedules while living in Colorado and pursuing required CPR/First Aid and universal precautions certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to become CPR/First Aid Certified and Universal Precautions Certified.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ELCS/Discovery Link, District, and Colorado Department of Human Services policies, procedures, and regulations related to student supervision, tracking, safety, and staff conduct
• Follow Discovery Link staff conduct guidelines, staffing philosophy, and all licensing requirements, including maintaining required staff to child ratios at all times
• Support the daily program schedule and supervise students in collaboration with a Program Leader
• Maintain appropriate student behavior standards consistent with the district Behavior Matrix
• Understand and follow accident reporting, incident documentation, and other required recordkeeping procedures, with supervisor support as needed
• Assist in planning and implementing engaging stationary and movement-based curriculum and activities, including outdoor games and recreational programming
• Prepare, maintain, and restore program spaces before and after use, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and completion of housekeeping duties; review daily schedules, staffing assignments, and supervision expectations
• Foster positive relationships with families, school personnel, and Discovery Link staff; provide accurate program information, substitute at program sites as requested
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPR/First Aid Certification

Universal Precautions Certification

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Program Leader assistant to help provide a safe, nurturing environment for students and support engagement. The role focuses on supervision, organized learning spaces, and strong community relations with families and staff.

Ideal candidates will help implement engaging activities, follow policies, and maintain daily schedules while living in Colorado and pursuing required CPR/First Aid and universal precautions certifications.