CLS - Paraprofessional - Preschool (26/27 SY)

Job Title: Paraprofessional - Preschool FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt Reports To: Campus Principal Pay Grade: CLS-04 Location: Campus Assigned Days: 192 Job ID & Date: CLS-04, September 2023 Job Purpose Summary 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. Requirements Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Completion of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or coursework in early childhood education is highly preferred. Licensing/Certification: Colorado Early Childhood Teacher Assistant (ECTA) Credential or equivalent; Substitute Certification highly preferred. Experience: Previous experience working with preschool‑aged children in an educational or childcare setting is preferred. Other Skills and Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of Colorado's Early Learning and Development Guidelines, patience, empathy, nurturing approach, ability to follow the lead of the classroom teacher and assist with classroom management, basic computer skills, physical capability to actively engage, bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Key Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities General 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. Other Perform other duties as assigned. Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training and professional development as required by Colorado's early childhood education standards. Supervisory Responsibilities None Physical Requirements / Working Conditions 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. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adams County School District 14