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Paraprofessional, Classroom - Program​/GT Paraprofessional

Job in Orchard Mesa, Mesa County, Colorado, USA
Listing for: Mesa County Valley School District 51
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-02
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School
  • Child Care/Nanny
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16.77 - 19.07 USD Hourly USD 16.77 19.07 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Paraprofessional, Classroom - Challenge Program/GT Paraprofessional
Location: Orchard Mesa

Job Details

  • Job Title:

    Paraprofessional, Classroom
  • Pay Program:
    Support Staff, Non-Exempt
  • Pay Range: 5 $ 16.77 - $19.07
  • Work Year:
    Student Contact Days (174 Days / 4 Hours)
  • Reports to:

    Building Leader
  • Direct Reports:
    This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Posting Information
  • Date Posted: 2/27/2026
  • Date Available:

    2025-26
  • Closing Date: 03/04/2026
Summary

Operating under the direction of the Building Leader and classroom teacher, this position supports instruction, student supervision, and day-to-day classroom operations. The role reinforces academic skills, assists with behavior and social-emotional development, prepares materials, and provides supervision in a variety of school settings. This position also supports assessment activities, participates in training, and contributes to a safe, positive learning environment for all students.

Essential

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of responsibility, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

Instructional

Support
  • Assist the teacher with delivering instruction and implementing lesson plans across core academic areas such as reading, math, and social studies.
  • Provide individual or small-group support to reinforce learning and classroom expectations.
  • Monitor student engagement and participation. Observe and report progress or concerns to the teacher.
  • Support classroom routines to maintain a productive and orderly learning environment.
Student Supervision and Behavior Support
  • Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, recess, lunch, and other school environments.
  • Support student behavior and social-emotional skill development using building-wide expectations and practices.
  • Model appropriate interactions and guide students in making positive choices.
  • Assist with arrival, dismissal, and bus loading/unloading as assigned.
Classroom Materials and Clerical Support
  • Prepare, organize, and maintain instructional materials, supplies, and learning tools.
  • Assist with basic clerical tasks such as copying, filing, grading, attendance, and student records.
  • Support classroom setup including displays, visuals, and educational resources.
Assessment and Testing Support
  • Assist with classroom, school wide, and state testing logistics, including small-group administration as directed.
  • Support all levels of assessment, including TS Gold data collection, intervention literacy and math progress monitoring, and other building-level assessments.
  • Prepare testing materials, schedule sessions, organize student groups, and assist with make‑ups and related documentation.
Meetings, Trainings, and School Activities
  • Participate required staff meetings, trainings, and other professional development.
  • Assist with school events, field trips, off‑site tours, and special projects as assigned.
Other Duties
  • Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested.
Education and Experience

Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Coursework or experience related to education, child development, early childhood preferred.
  • Prior school district experience preferred.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills required when assigned to a bilingual program.
Licenses, Registrations or Certifications
  • Criminal background check required for hire.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required district trainings (e.g., restraint training, first aid/CPR if assigned).
Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to support teacher‑directed instruction and reinforce academic and behavioral expectations.
  • Skill in using positive behavior supports, de‑escalation techniques, and calm conflict intervention.
  • Ability to build supportive, respectful relationships with students and maintain appropriate boundaries.
  • Ability to adapt to changing needs, manage…
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