2026-27 Classified Long Term Substitute-Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Irish Bilingual Ele Job Fort Collins area,Colorado USA

Position: 2026-27 Classified Long Term Substitute-Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Irish Bilingual Ele[...]

2026-27 Classified Long Term Substitute-Paraprofessional Instructional K-12-Irish Bilingual Elementary School
Poudre School District
Irish Elementary - Fort Collins, Colorado

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Information specific to this position:
This position is for a long term classified substitute at Irish Bilingual Elementary School for Instructional Paraprofessional K-12 position. The substitute coverage is estimated to begin on August 26th, 2026 through the remainder of the semester (TBD). These dates could vary if needs change.

Hours/day: 6.5

Pay rate: $18.35/hour

Work calendar days: 185

Duration of position:
One Semester Only
- Covering a leave of absence estimated to begin on 8/26/26 through the end of the semester (official end date TBD)

Benefits include: PERA retirement

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.

We encourage you to apply!

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

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.

Assist teacher in preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, and/or documenting student achievement.

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.

Assist teacher and/or administration with special projects.

Attend appropriate in-services, building meetings, training, IEP meetings, parent conferences, and/or school functions.

Administer state testing (TCAP) in small groups.

Perform other duties as assigned.

41509 – Paraprofessional Instructional K-12

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent
One year of related experience
Experience working with students in a school setting preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
If assigned to a Title I school, at least one of the following criteria is required
completion of at least two years of higher education
an associate’s (or higher) degree
successful completion of the Work Keys assessment demonstrating instructional competency within…