Granby Elementary Preschool Paraprofessional Early Educator

Granby Elementary Preschool Preschool Paraprofessional / Early Educator

Join Our Team at Granby Elementary Preschool!

Do you love working with young children and helping create joyful engaging learning environments Granby Elementary Preschool is looking for a caring dependable and collaborative Preschool Paraprofessional / Early Educator to join our team. This position plays an important role in supporting our youngest learners as they grow academically socially and emotionally in an inclusive preschool setting.

At Granby Elementary Preschool we believe early childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong learning. We are looking for team members who are passionate about children eager to learn and excited to be part of a supportive school community.

Position Summary

The Preschool Paraprofessional / Early Educator will create and maintain a safe engaging and developmentally appropriate preschool classroom. Responsibilities include leading or assisting with instruction classroom routines assessment support student supervision family engagement and maintaining health and safety standards.

Depending on qualifications and experience candidates may be considered for varying levels of Early Educator responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities

Student Support & Instruction

• Lead or Support implementation of daily lesson plans and classroom activities
• Assist children with daily routines transitions toileting meals/snacks and social-emotional learning
• Provide small group and individual instructional support
• Plan and/or follow strategies and accommodations as directed by the Lead Teacher ECSE teacher therapists and support staff
• Support students with IEP goals and classroom modifications as directed
• Monitor student safety at all times indoors outdoors and during transitions

Curriculum Assessment & Data

• Lead or Support implementation of developmentally appropriate practices
• Collect Teaching Strategies GOLD (TS GOLD) data and documentation
• Implement and/or support Incredible Years social-emotional curriculum and related data collection
• Plan and/or Assist with classroom material preparation and organization

Classroom Environment & Operations

• Plan and/or support classroom setup organization and daily cleanup
• Prepare snacks/meals and maintain food safety procedures
• Follow health and safety procedures for sanitizing diapering hazardous materials and classroom cleanliness
• Diaper and support toileting needs according to OSHA/CDHS standards
• Maintain engaging and organized classroom spaces

Family Engagement & Collaboration

• Plan and participate in family events conferences and school activities
• Collaborate positively with co-teacher related service providers and preschool team members
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions

Compliance & Professional Growth

• Maintain active PDIS account and required documentation
• Complete all required CDHS training including minimum annual professional development hours
• Participate in preschool and building meetings Quality Rating activities and required school duties
• Complete training in Teaching Strategies GOLD Incredible Years Conscious Discipline Pyramid Plus and other required practices as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong communication organization and flexibility skills
• Ability to lift bend kneel and actively engage with young children throughout the day
• Willingness to complete required training and ongoing professional development

What Were Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Warm patient and child-centered
• Reliable and team-oriented
• Organized and proactive
• Passionate about early childhood education and inclusion
• Excited to contribute to a positive preschool community

Why Join Granby Elementary Preschool

At Granby Elementary youll join a team that is committed to supporting children and one another. We value collaboration professional growth and creating a joyful place for kids to learn and thrive.

Working Environment:

Granby Elementary School is located in Granby Colorado 90 miles NW of Denver and 20 miles from the Winter Park Ski area. School is in session Monday Thursday from 7:55 a.m. 4:15 p.m. GES has approximately 360 students in grades PK-5 and serves the communities of Winter Park Fraser TabernashGranby Grand Lake Hot Sulphur Springs and beyond.

Compensation: 26-27 Classified Salary Schedule Insurance offered by EGSD

Come help us build strong foundations for our youngest learners!

Required Experience:

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