PARAPROFESSIONAL, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, TEMPORARY

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

9h•$22 - $26

About The Position

The Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Education assists with instruction, care, and discipline and prepares instructional materials for pre-kindergarten students ages three, four, and/or five, as directed by the classroom teacher. The role helps provide a supportive learning environment and is temporary, needed from October 20, 2026, through November 6, 2026. The paraprofessional performs classroom duties, supports student instruction and care, keeps the classroom clean and organized, and assists with field trips, parent meetings, and other classroom activities. The role includes coordinating daily with the teacher on program and student needs, communicating routine matters to parents as directed, maintaining student confidentiality, attending required training and staff development, and complying with District policies and Colorado child care center licensing requirements.

Requirements

Meet acceptable qualifications described in the employer's paraprofessional qualifications guide.
For ECE paraprofessionals: provide a copy of a high school diploma or GED and successfully complete ECE 101 within a designated period determined after hire.
Support racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; believe in and support students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
Be able to meet the position's physical demands, with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

Prepare instructional materials and assist with student instruction, care, and discipline as assigned.
Keep the classroom clean and well-organized.
Assist with field trips, parent meetings (including child care), and other classroom activities.
Plan and evaluate program and student needs with the teacher daily, and address specific student needs as identified by the teacher.
Communicate with teachers and administrators about performance and disciplinary issues.
Communicate with parents about routine issues as directed.
Attend and participate in required pre-service training programs and staff development meetings.
Maintain the confidentiality of student information.
Follow established District policies and procedures.
Comply with program rules and regulations, including Colorado licensing requirements for Child Care Centers.