Pre-Kindergarten Paraprofessional

We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.

But we are so much more than this.

Paraprofessionals (Paras) at Rocky Mountain Prep help foster a culture of learning by supporting the lead teacher with whole and small-group instruction and day-to-day classroom duties. Our Paras develop meaningful relationships with scholars and families, support the recruitment and enrollment of scholars, and demonstrate a “by any means necessary” work ethic to ensure our scholars are receiving the support they deserve in a safe, rigorous, and loving environment.

Paraprofessionals drive student goals by supporting them one-on-one, in groups, or by facilitating small-group activities that help students build their sensory skills, motor skills, life skills, and social-emotional skills.

• Be responsible for assisting students with severe learning needs to be as independent as possible in everyday living.
• Instruct small and large groups in academics, sensory skills, art, monetary skills, domestics, and recreation.
• Supervise and support in the classroom, physical education classes, the clinic, lunchroom, playground, and in transit to and from buses.
• Monitor and track required record keeping; monitor behavior; implement behavior plans.
• Feed and supervise eating, including spoon-feeding and tube feeding (depends on the level and scholar need).
• Carry out occupational or physical therapy activities as directed; administer assigned medical tasks.
• Assist with daily routines, including supporting students with toileting and other personal care needs, while maintaining a respectful and nurturing environment.

• Provide evidence of completing high school or a GED.
• Pass a background check.
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

• Previous experience working with scholars with disabilities.
• Experience working with elementary school students and diverse populations.
• CPI/NCI trained.

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Retirement through PERA.
• Paid-Time-Off.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $40,000 - $68,800 a year.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time.

RMP is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate your interest in Rocky Mountain Prep and look forward to getting to know you!