Student Support Specialist (Reading Intervention)

Eagle, CO; Gypsum (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PERA retirement

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free CMC credits

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Red Hill Elementary School is seeking a Student Support Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year to provide instructional and academic support in alignment with district outcomes and state standards.

The role focuses on English Language Learners, maintaining a positive learning environment, and building strong relationships with students, families, and staff while collaborating with teachers to implement SIOP strategies.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff and support diverse learners.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Colorado teaching license or substitute authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and academic support aligned with district outcomes and state standards.
• Support student learning by adapting instruction for diverse needs, with a focus on ELL.
• Promote a positive learning environment and build relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement SIOP strategies and support English Language Learners in content classes.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Bilingual

Education

Colorado teaching license or substitute authorization

Job description

STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Reading

Red Hill Elementary School

BENEFITS: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 20–22% employer contribution to PERA retirement; paid holidays; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; free CMC credits; and additional benefits for full-time employees.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $33,443 per year

For the most current salary schedules, please visit https://www.eagleschools.net/departments/finance/salary-schedules

2026/2027 School Year
This is a temporary teaching position for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year. The position is expected to conclude at the end of the school year.

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provides instructional and academic support aligned with district learner outcomes and state standards. Supports student learning by adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, with a focus on English Language Learners (ELL). Maintains a positive learning environment and builds strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

SUPERVISED BY:
Principal and/or Assistant Principal

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

Instructional Support

• Support content teachers in meeting the academic needs of students.
• Deliver instruction based on teacher-provided lesson plans and district curriculum.
• Adapt instructional strategies and materials to support diverse learners.

ELL & SIOP Support

• Collaborate with teachers to implement SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) strategies.
• Provide targeted support for English Language Learners in content classes.

Assessment & Student Progress

• Assess student work as appropriate and provide feedback to instructional staff.
• Support monitoring of student progress and learning outcomes.

Classroom Environment & Behavior

• Promote and maintain a positive, structured learning environment.
• Support student behavior expectations and maximize instructional time.

Communication & Collaboration

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure the security of student information.

Professional Responsibilities

• Comply with district and school policies and procedures.
• Manage assignments and scheduling through the Substitute Absence Management (SAM) system, as applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CONTACTS:

Students, parents, teachers, support staff, administrators, and community members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Colorado teaching license or substitute authorization required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff and support diverse learners.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

JOB CONTACT

Renee Westenfelder

970.328.8979
[e-mail]