Instructional Paraprofessional

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Paraprofessional supports the principal and classroom teachers in implementing a school program and fostering a positive learning environment. The role may assist a licensed teacher with academic assignments, classroom management, and preparation of materials. Work is generally performed in a classroom setting and includes regular interaction with students, staff, and the public. The employee works scheduled school hours and may be required to work extended hours or days as directed. This is a full-time, regular position at Encompass Heights Elementary School, scheduled for 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day), Monday through Friday, for 162 days per year. The estimated start date is November 13, 2026. Compensation is $18.15–$19.06. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and current First Aid/CPR certification from the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or another listed provider.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
First Aid/CPR certification from the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or another accepted provider.
Effective verbal and written communication, including the ability to communicate with students and adults in varied settings.
Computer proficiency, including office productivity applications and the ability to use software systems to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information.
Ability to maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work independently, adapt to new technology, and manage simultaneous demands and priorities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, students, parents, and the public, including people from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Knowledge of office methods and procedures, including telephone etiquette; knowledge of district policies, procedures, and functions.
Knowledge of special education, other educational programming, and related legal requirements as they apply to assigned students.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, listening, and communication skills; detail-oriented, cooperative, collaborative, flexible, and student-centered.
Commitment to students’ education and willingness to participate in required ongoing training.
Ability to work the days, hours, locations, and assignments directed by the supervisor within the position’s responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Assist individual students with activities assigned by a teacher, including recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks.
Carry out instructional programs and lessons in different learning environments as designated in lesson plans.
Work with small groups and individual students to reinforce teacher-introduced material, and tutor students in various subject areas.
Assist teachers with classroom materials, equipment, assignments, and coordination with regular classroom teachers.
Prepare, produce, maintain, locate, and assemble instructional materials and teaching aids; develop and implement games.
Conduct story time and provide reference assistance to students and staff.
Collect data for assessment and monitoring; maintain student files, program records, and inventories of materials, equipment, books, and supplies.
Complete daily paperwork, including attendance reports, referral slips, student passes, weekly folders, permission slips, and parent notes.
Monitor behavior contracts and reward systems; supervise computer-program use; address classroom disciplinary issues or escort students to administrators.
Proctor tests when requested by teachers.
Process book orders, purchase supplies and materials, and maintain and organize inventory.
Attend meetings and conferences as required.
Keep current with curricular standards and instructional practices.
Report consistently for scheduled work, attain proficient or higher evaluations on established performance standards, and perform other duties as assigned.