Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant

Boulder Valley School District•BOULDER, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant supports the Classroom Lead in an assigned classroom and works under the supervision of the Preschool Enrichment Coordinator. The role assists in delivering a developmentally appropriate preschool program in compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood regulations. The assistant supports classroom activities and helps maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive environment while supervising meals, recess, transitions, rest time, and staff breaks. The assistant works collaboratively with the preschool team to foster children’s development and may assume a leadership role when the Classroom Lead is absent. This is a regular, ongoing, 1.0 FTE position working 40 hours per week on a 9-month schedule for the 2026–2027 school year. The placement is at Mesa Elementary in Boulder, Colorado, and begins November 9, 2026. Continued placement at a specific location may be adjusted based on district and program needs. The hourly pay range for newly hired employees or employees new to the employee group is $21.94–$24.98; placement varies according to experience and education.

Requirements

Must meet at least one of the following: qualify as an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) under Colorado Code of Regulations (2.216.A), hold Level II in the Colorado Shines PDIS System, and/or hold a Child Development Associate Certification (CDA).
Ability to lift 50 pounds to assist children with toileting and delegated health care duties.
Complete and submit a BVSD online application.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of early childhood education best practices, including children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development and the needs of children with special needs.
Knowledge and skill in classroom management tools, including supporting children with special needs.
Ability to mentor, communicate orally and in writing, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse educational backgrounds.
General knowledge of Colorado child care licensing rules and regulations and county health department guidelines.
Supervisory and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Technology and computer proficiency across multiple software applications, including Google.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program aligned with the Early Childhood Education curriculum, providing half- and full-day enrichment opportunities.
Help create an inclusive learning environment that supports early intervention and referrals for academic, social-emotional, or human services when needed, and recognizes culturally and linguistically diverse student and family needs.
Assist with the program’s daily operation under the guidance and direction of the Preschool Enrichment Classroom Lead.
Take student attendance, ensure student safety, and maintain required student-to-staff ratios.
Establish and maintain clear, consistent, and fair behavioral limits; implement and maintain the program’s positive guidance and discipline techniques.
Create a warm, friendly, and cooperative environment where children and families feel comfortable and secure.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment.
Help ensure compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood licensing rules and regulations, local County Health Department requirements, and school district policies and procedures.
Participate in training and professional learning opportunities that support continued licensure and professional growth; keep current with required training and training hours.
Collaborate as an integral member of the Preschool team.
Communicate positively and effectively about students’ needs, growth, and wellbeing; communicate and collaborate with students and staff.
Maintain confidentiality, ethical behavior, professionalism, and positive working relationships with school personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.