PARAPROFESSIONAL, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

5d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Education assists the classroom teacher with instruction, care, and discipline for pre-kindergarten students ages three, four, and/or five. The role also involves preparing instructional materials and providing a supportive learning environment. The paraprofessional performs assigned classroom duties, assists with field trips and parent meetings, and participates in daily planning and evaluation with the teacher. The position requires communication with teachers, administrators, and parents as directed; attendance at required training and staff development; confidentiality of student information; and compliance with District policies and procedures and Colorado Child Care Center licensing requirements. Applicants must live and work from a permanent home address in Colorado while employed. ECE paraprofessionals must provide a high school diploma or GED and successfully complete ECE 101 within a designated period after hire. The employee must be able to meet the position's physical demands, with or without accommodations.

Requirements

Meet the qualifications described in the district's paraprofessional qualifications guide.
For ECE paraprofessionals: provide a copy of a high school diploma or GED.
For ECE paraprofessionals: successfully complete ECE 101 within a designated period after hire.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; believe in and support all 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.
Have the ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Prepare instructional materials and assist with student instruction, care, and discipline.
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 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 State of Colorado licensing requirements for Child Care Centers.