Instructional Paraprofessional and Lunch/Recess Support

Denver, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 18 - 21

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
9/5/2025

Location:
Clayton Elementary School

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
See Posting

Position Type: Non-Exempt
7.5 hours per day/5 days per week
175 days/year
Benefits Eligible: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports teachers with in-class and small group instruction clerical duties supervision and redirection. Provide feedback to teachers regarding individual student performance. May provide student supervision during student arrival and departure lunch and/or recess. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate and support small groups of students.
Support a learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning speculation and originality.
Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning even for the shyest student.
Supervise students during lunch hours in the cafeteria hallway and playground as directed.
Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning even for the shyest student.
Provide office support including clerical work checking in students and coverage as needed.
Promote a safe and healthy environment that respects the dignity of the child and is perceived by students as fair and consistent.
Actively participate in PLCs and other required training.
Apply and implement knowledge skills and new understandings to support instructional programming.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

The education/training/experience license/certification general expectations physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Bilingual(preferred).
English fluency will be determined through the interview process.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Drivers License.
Current First Aid and CPR(or obtained within first six months of employment).

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
Possesses computer and technology skills.
Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
Communicates effectively with the School District community.
Skilled in analysis instruction negotiation coordination communication problem-solving and interpersonal interactions.
Proficient in comparing computing synthesizing and evaluating information.
Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
Maintains confidentiality.
Upholds a generally positive attitude.
Complies with all District policies and procedures.
Adheres to federal and state laws regulations and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
Frequent sitting bending walking and standing.
Occasional stooping kneeling squatting and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Mostly clean and comfortable.

REPORTS TO:
Principal or designee.

LOCATION:
Clayton Elementary School

SALARY:
Starting hourly rate is between $18.90 and $21.38 per hour based upon education and prior related experience.

BENEFITS:
At Englewood Schools we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO) medical dental and vision insurance and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k) 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) critical illness cancer and accidents offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the Districts website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close 5 days from the posting date. If vacancy is not filled within 5 days the vacancy will remain posted until filled.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 the Americans with Disabilities Act the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students employees applicants for employment or members of the public on the basis of disability race creed color sex sexual orientation marital status gender identity gender expression religion national origin ancestry family composition or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age genetic information and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment if it rises to the level described in state law is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures pleaseclick or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque Director of Opportunity Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator 4101 S. Bannock St. Englewood CO 80110 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education 1244 North Speer Blvd. Suite 310 Denver CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 950 17th St. Suite 300 Denver CO 80202 or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission 1560 Broadway Suite 825 Denver CO 80202.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Position Type:Support Staff/ParaprofessionalDate Posted:9/5/2025Location:Clayton Elementary SchoolDate Available:ASAP Closing Date: See Posting Position Type: Non-Exempt 7.5 hours per day/5 days per week 175 days/year Benefits Eligible: Yes POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports teachers with in-...

Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
9/5/2025

Location:
Clayton Elementary School

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
See Posting

Facilitate and support small groups of students.
Support a learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning speculation and originality.
Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning even for the shyest student.
Supervise students during lunch hours in the cafeteria hallway and playground as directed.
Encourage a learning environment that is safe for responding and questioning even for the shyest student.
Provide office support including clerical work checking in students and coverage as needed.
Promote a safe and healthy environment that respects the dignity of the child and is perceived by students as fair and consistent.
Actively participate in PLCs and other required training.
Apply and implement knowledge skills and new understandings to support instructional programming.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
Possesses computer and technology skills.
Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
Communicates effectively with the School District community.
Skilled in analysis instruction negotiation coordination communication problem-solving and interpersonal interactions.
Proficient in comparing computing synthesizing and evaluating information.
Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
Maintains confidentiality.
Upholds a generally positive attitude.
Complies with all District policies and procedures.
Adheres to federal and state laws regulations and policies.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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