2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-2nd & 3rd Grade-Werner Elementary School

2026-27 Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-2nd & 3rd Grade-Werner Elementary School

Poudre School District

WERNER ELEMENTARY - FORT COLLINS, Colorado

Job Details

Job

Starting Date:
Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

Information specific to this position:
This position will provide support in 2nd and 3rd grade classrooms. The scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:45 AM to 3:45 PM.

Pay Range: $18.35-$20.55 (min-12% above min)/hour, based on qualifications and experience*

Hours/day: 6.5

Work calendar days: 185

Duration of position:
Ongoing

Benefits include:
Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.

* Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Paraprofessional, Instructional K-12

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Job Family:
Classified - Instructional Support

Pay Range: PT07H

Prepared/Revised Date:
August 1, 2026

Job Code: 41509

SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and/or reinforcing learning skills in one-on-one, small, and/or large student groups. Assist with preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, documenting student achievement, and/or monitoring students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Frequency of duties, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• 1. Assist the classroom teacher with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in one-on-one, small, and/or large student groups and adapting curriculum to individual student needs. Supervise students during periods of remote learning outside of the classroom. Implement and support the teacher's instruction plan, provide direction and guidance to students; effectively handle student discipline, ensure student safety and security; communicate with teachers and staff.
• 2. Assist teacher in preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, and/or documenting student achievement.
• 3. Monitor students in classroom and during breaks, lunch, recess, time outs, on field trips, getting on and off the bus, etc. Monitor and enforce acceptable behavior for students and reinforce school-wide discipline procedures.
• 4. Assist teacher and/or administration with special projects.
• 5. Attend appropriate in-services, building meetings, training, IEP meetings, parent conferences, and/or school functions.
• 6. Administer state testing (TCAP) in small groups.
• 7. Perform other duties as assigned.

41509 – Paraprofessional Instructional K-12

EDUCATION AND RELATED

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of related…