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Job Description
Paraprofessional at Colfax Elementary School District Print Application Deadline 6/24/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/9/2026 Contact Andrew Giannini 53034622022 221 Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range $17.41•$21.41 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Health and welfare benefits, vacation pay, and sick leave proportional to hours worked Length of Work Year 181 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Colfax Elementary School District is located just 5 minutes off Interstate 80 along the Bear River in the Sierra Nevada foothills just below the Tahoe National Forest. Our one-school campus serves students in grades TK-8 with about two classes per grade level. We are small enough that we know each other's names but large enough to have excellent educational and enrichment opportunities for our students. At Colfax Elementary, we are committed to providing our children with superior academic instruction that aligns with 21st Century learning skills to build problem-solving, collaboration, critical thinking, and a global perspective. Our families, our staff, and the community partner to provide instructional programs that challenge, motivate and equip our students to be leaders in our world. At CESD, we are a team of creative and dynamic people who value one another as family and are connected by a shared belief in the success of our children. Job Summary Job Summary
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of general education students; assist in the implementation of instructional materials; assist in providing behavioral support, assist with individual assignments and provide routine clerical support. To perform a variety of related duties in the maintenance of a safe and positive learning environment (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) both inside and outside of the classroom.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Assist students in completing classroom assignments, classroom projects in various subject areas; insure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance; prompt students to help students arrive at a correct concept of answer; confer and collaborate with the teacher(s) concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs. Assist certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; monitor and oversee assignment in various subjects. Explain and assure student understanding of classroom assignment and homework instructions; explain words and concepts as necessary; report progress regarding student performance and behavior to the supervising teacher. Organizes learning and/or instructional environment; sets up materials and equipment for daily activities, gathers appropriate resource information, and maintains neat and orderly classroom/instructional areas. Observe, monitor and support behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; monitor and interact with students during outdoor, physical education and other recreational activities as directed. Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist stud View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
PLEASE PROVIDE
•Resume•3 Current Letters of Recommendation
QUALIFICATIONS
•High school diploma or pass the standard of quality on the equivalent locally developed Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment or an Associate's Degree.•Perform each essential duty satisfactorily
•High school diploma or pass the standard of quality on the equivalent locally developed Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment or an Associate's Degree.•Perform each essential duty satisfactorily
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
•TB Clearance•Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance Comments and Other Information
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Colfax Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment. All educational opportunities will be offered without regard to color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify the employer of any necessary modifications to the job or work site in order to determine whether the employer can reasonably accommodate any known disability. Colfax Elementary School District maintains a tobacco-free, drug-free environment. Comments and Other Information
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Colfax Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment. All educational opportunities will be offered without regard to color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify the employer of any necessary modifications to the job or work site in order to determine whether the employer can reasonably accommodate any known disability. Colfax Elementary School District maintains a tobacco-free, drug-free environment. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
