Elementary Literacy Paraprofessional

Job Description

Mancos School District, nestled in southwest Colorado's Four Corners region between Durango and Cortez, is a small, diverse rural district serving approximately 500 PK-12 students. We operate on a four-day school week with bi-monthly professional learning Fridays, emphasizing community, innovation, and balance. Our focus is on knowing, supporting, and challenging every student to explore their interests and achieve their best. Staff thrives in a culture of trust and teamwork, supported by a collaborative leadership committed to growth.

Surrounded by outdoor recreation, rich history, and a caring community, Mancos is a place to belong. Join us to make a difference in students' lives.

The Mancos School District RE-6 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or need for special education services in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its educational programs or activities. Mancos School District RE-6 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and complies with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Jun 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Immediately
• Position Type:
  Full-time
• Job Categories:
  Instructional Support >
  Paraprofessional / IA

• The reading paraprofessional is responsible for providing classroom support and direct instruction to students, individually or in small groups, to enable students to develop literacy skills, as directed by the Title 1 Reading Specialist and/or the classroom teacher. Provide direct instruction in reading for identified small groups and individual students, with an emphasis on below-grade-level students.
• Assist teachers with classroom/student management in small groups, classroom support times, or individually as needed.
• Assist with DIBEL 8 benchmark testing and MAPS testing by preparing materials, printing plans/reports, adding data to Enrich, and other tasks as needed.
• Administer, collect, and provide weekly data from progress monitoring assessments for tiered interventions.
• Attend Multi-tiered System of Supports/Response to Intervention meetings (staff Fridays) and share data on student performance.
• Be flexible and willing to meet students and staff where they are and work forward from that point.
• All information about students must be kept confidential and only shared with those who work directly with the student.
• Attend and assist with after-school events such as Parent Teacher Conferences and/or Open House.
• Keep an organized schedule of reading groups and tier times. In addition, ensure that groups start and end on time.
• Must have basic computer skills for entering data into Enrich, using an online curriculum, and taking online curriculum training/webinars.
• Be on time.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Completion of at least 48 semester credit hours from an accredited institution of higher education, or possession of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution, meets Title I paraprofessional requirements.
• Experience is preferred, but may not be necessary.
• Must be willing to complete district-required literacy training in evidence-based reading instruction to support student literacy achievement and READ Act implementation provided by the district.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Knowledge of Colorado and Federal laws as they relate to the transportation of students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in compliance with confidentiality laws, including FERPA.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass various pre-employment background screenings required at entry.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment.
• Microsoft and or Google applications proficiency.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Janet Fogel, HR Director
• 355 W Grand
• Mancos, Colorado 81328
• Phone:  ext. 4556
• Email: jfogel