CLS - Paraprofessional - Preschool Group Lead

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job  | Position: CLS - Paraprofessional - Preschool Group Lead | Status:
Non‑Exempt | Pay Grade: CLS-05 | Days: 192 | Campus Assigned:
Lester Arnold High School | Closed: 02/27/2026

Instructional Paraprofessionals in a preschool setting provide essential support to teachers in delivering high‑quality early childhood education, ensuring the well‑being and educational development of young children in accordance with Colorado's early learning standards.

• Education Level: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or coursework in early childhood education highly preferred.
• License or Certification: Colorado Early Childhood Teacher Assistant (ECTA) Credential or equivalent. Substitute Certification highly preferred.
• Work Experience: Previous experience working with preschool‑aged children in an educational or childcare setting preferred.
• Other Skills & Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to engage effectively with young children; knowledge of Colorado's Early Learning and Development Guidelines; patience, empathy, nurturing approach; ability to follow the lead of the classroom teacher; basic computer skills; physical capability to actively engage with children; bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

• Collaborate with preschool teachers to implement developmentally appropriate activities that align with Colorado's Early Learning and Development Guidelines.
• Actively engage with preschool‑aged children, fostering a positive and nurturing learning environment.
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group support to children, reinforcing early literacy, math, social‑emotional, and motor skills.
• Assist in maintaining a structured and safe classroom environment, following behavioral guidance strategies as directed by the teacher.
• Prepare and organize materials and resources for developmentally appropriate activities.
• Assist in observing and assessing children's progress, documenting observations as needed.
• Facilitate age‑appropriate use of technology and educational software.
• Provide support to children with diverse learning needs, following individualized plans as required.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents or caregivers regarding children's progress and needs.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of preschoolers, including assistance with toileting, hygiene, and health‑related needs.
• Collect data related to children's development and behavior, as required.
• Assist in organizing and cleaning the classroom and creating an inviting learning environment.
• Help children transition between activities and routines.
• Facilitate the inclusion of children with special needs, promoting an inclusive classroom.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Professional Development:
  Participate in ongoing training and professional development as required by Colorado's early childhood education standards.

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Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The role may involve providing specialized care, including potential diaper changing.

Work Environment: The employee will work primarily in offices, hallways, gyms, classrooms, bathrooms, shops, playgrounds, cafeterias, portable buildings, and pool environments. The employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut‑down or other event. Employees may be required to work evenings and weekends and attend events where community members are in attendance.

Mental Functions: The employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.