CLDE Paraeducator (Split between Two Schools)

Englewood Schools • Denver, CO

2d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The CLDE Paraeducator provides instructional and linguistic support to Multilingual Learners (MLs) to help them access grade level content and increase English skills.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License.
• Current CPR and First Aid (or willing to obtain within first six months of employment).
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.
• Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
• Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Frequent sitting, bending, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.
• Occasional jogging/running.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Arts (preferred).
• Bilingual/Spanish (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide small-group and individual instructional support to multilingual learners under the direction of the CLDE teacher at two assigned school sites (.5 allocation at each site).
• Introduce, review, and reinforce listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills aligned to English Language Development (ELD) standards within grade-level content.
• Support students in accessing core instruction (e.g., math, literacy, science, social studies) through scaffolds and targeted language supports.
• Monitor student progress during instructional activities and communicate observations regularly with the CLDE teacher(s) at both schools.
• Assist with preparation, organization, and collection of instructional materials, including visual aids, flashcards, games, and language supports across both sites.
• Correct and review student work as directed and assist with maintaining instructional records or data collection systems.
• Provide classroom supervision when needed and assist with transitions, playground duty, lunchroom monitoring, field trips, and walking students to classes as assigned at either site.
• Support collaboration efforts by assisting classroom teachers and specialists (e.g., art, technology, PE) in meeting multilingual student needs at both locations.
• May help translate and interpret for families during conferences and school communications, including written notes and phone calls, as appropriate.
• Help create and maintain a welcoming and culturally responsive learning environment across both school communities.
• Maintain flexibility to adjust scheduling between sites based on enrollment shifts and student needs, in collaboration with administration and the CLDE teacher(s).
• Perform additional school-based duties as assigned, including safety-related responsibilities (elementary/K�8) as applicable at either site.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA
• short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services
• wellness programs
• comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
• additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans
• optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED