Instructional Paraprofessional

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a school program and encouraging a positive learning environment. The paraprofessional may assist a licensed teacher with academic assignments, classroom management, and preparation of materials. The role carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in lesson plans, working with students individually and in groups under teacher supervision. Work is generally performed in a classroom setting, with a noise level that may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud. The position requires scheduled school/work hours and may require extended hours or days as directed. The schedule is 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week, for 162 weekdays per year. Compensation is $18.15–$19.06. The position is listed as full-time regular and non-exempt. Estimated start date: November 9, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current First Aid/CPR certification from the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or another listed provider.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students and adults in varied settings.
Computer proficiency, including office productivity applications, and ability to use software systems to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information.
Ability to learn new equipment and systems and adapt to changing technologies.
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public, including people from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Ability to greet and interact with the public courteously and professionally and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.
Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility and a student-centered, relationship-focused approach.
Knowledge of district policies, procedures, and functions; office methods and procedures; and appropriate telephone etiquette.
Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and related legal requirements as they pertain to assigned students.
Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Demonstrated teamwork, organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to participate in required ongoing training.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds (or more depending on assignment and student need), climbing stairs, ladders, or stools, and performing the listed movement and object-handling tasks.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment.
Assist individual students with activities instructed by a teacher and reinforce curriculum through recitation, reading, tutoring, and other learning tasks.
Locate and assemble classroom materials for teachers as directed.
Complete or assist with daily paperwork, including attendance reports, referral slips, student passes, weekly folders, permission slips, and parent notes.
Attend required meetings and conferences.
Carry out instructional programs and lessons in learning environments designated in lesson plans.
Collect data for assessment and monitoring purposes.
Conduct story time and develop or implement games and teaching aids.
Coordinate assignment completion with regular classroom teachers.
Keep current with curricular standards and instructional practices.
Maintain program records, student files, and inventories of materials and equipment.
Maintain, order, organize, and purchase materials and supplies; process book orders and track inventory.
Monitor student behavior contracts and reward systems.
Proctor tests when requested by teachers.
Provide reference assistance to students and staff.
Supervise students using computer programs.
Supervise students, resolve classroom disciplinary issues, or escort students to administrators.
Work with small groups under a teacher’s supervision and provide one-to-one or group support.
Report consistently for scheduled work, attain proficient or higher performance evaluations, and perform other duties as assigned.