Substitute School Paraprofessional

Substitute Paraprofessionals District-Wide 2025-2026 JobID: 2241

Date Posted: 6/4/2025

Location: District-Wide

Date Available: 08/20/2025

Closing Date: Open all school year

Steamboat Springs School District is seeking qualified Substitute Paraprofessionals. Ideal candidates will have previous education experience, a desire to work with all students and all grade levels, and be able to work with changing roles on a daily basis. Upon completion of all district employment requirements, a candidate will be considered eligible for active substitute consideration by the schools. This position will substitute in all paraprofessional positions, including special education, preschool and health room. These positions are active for the current school year only and all will be asked to reapply annually. The District uses AESOP (Absence Management Program)/Frontline for contacting daily Substitute Paraprofessionals on an as-needed basis.

This position is considered a temporary position for the school year and is paid on an hourly basis $26.11 per hour. As a temporary/on call position it is not eligible for benefits. Once you have submitted this online application, the final step of the application process requires that you contact the District Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io for additional instructions, including an interview with a District Administrator, completion of payroll paperwork, and background check instructions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

In the course of a normal day, you may be asked to assist in various capacities. Responsibilities generally include assisting school personnel with daily activities, providing assistance in and out of the classroom, managing traffic control/student crossings, assisting with recess/lunchroom supervision, performing office/clerical duties, working closely with parents, teachers and students, operating various office machines/computers, maintaining a good work record/punctuality, maintaining confidentiality, and performing other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE

Instructional Support

Assist students with classroom activities and adaptations to allow each student to participate in the educational process under supervision of a licensed teacher

Assist teacher in implementing instructional plans in academics with individual IEP goals

Follow directions and guidelines from professional teaching staff regarding each student’s IEP

Help students with/without IEPs with daily journal, books, and computer activities

Modify written or oral directed activities

Assist with self‑help skills (changing shoes, putting on extra clothes, going to the bathroom, eating, cleaning up, blowing noses, etc.)

Go to specials (art, music, PE) with Special Needs student

Work one‑on‑one with Special Needs student(s) when necessary

Behavioral Support

Supervise Time‑Out

Make certain student does not hurt self or others in all situations

Observe and chart student behavior

Give positive reinforcement and support

Manage conflicts between students

Provide close supervision of behavioral problems

Resource and Teacher Support

Prepare materials for activities

Help prepare and clean up snacks and lunch

Classroom and Student Support

Assist students with health needs

Supervise students on arrival or departure, during lunch, recess, etc.

Ability to maintain discipline

Toilet students when necessary

Work with teachers and students to include IEP students

Escort and assist students with field trips

Learn and be able to use a variety of adaptive equipment for different student needs

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to maintain discipline with large groups of students

Ability to work independently without direct supervision

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, staff, co‑workers, administrators and parents

High level of proficiency in clerical, secretarial and computer skills

Physically able to perform the following on a daily basis

Ability to occasionally lift items weighing 50 lbs.

Ability to stand for long periods of time, withstand frequent pushing, pulling, squatting and reaching

Ability to withstand exposure to the outdoor elements including extreme cold, extreme heat, rain, snow and other mountain climatic conditions

Possess sufficient manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination to perform responsibilities as described

Ability to maintain confidentiality

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Decision Making: An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is when to seek guidance on policies/procedures and best practice of the school. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing financial condition of district to be affected. Errors made in decision‑making could potentially result in substantial cost to the District or damage the credibility of the District.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond professionally to questions from parents and staff.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, discounts, commissions, proportions, percentage, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract concrete variables. Ability to analyze and use data to supervise the delivery of instruction and the school improvement process.

Technology Skills: Proficient use of technology which includes: basic operations and concepts, word processing, spreadsheets, internet usage, critical evaluation of information, data analysis, email, integration of technology.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in education. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to copy, coordinate, instruct, evaluate and negotiate. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to discipline students consistent with district procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally need to lift 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity in the particular part of the day.

Once you have submitted this online application, the final step of the application process requires that you contact the District Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io for additional instructions, including an interview with a District Administrator, completion of payroll paperwork, and background check procedures.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a CBI/FBI background check. EOE

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