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Child Care Paraprofessional

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$37,986 / year median in Colorado

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Openings as of 8/29/2026 Openings as of 8/29/2026
Child Care Paraprofessional JobID:
10555
Position Type:
Child Care -
Before & After School Program Date Posted:
8/21/2026
Location:
Thimmig Elementary Date Available:
ASAP Closing Date:
09/05/2026
DESCRIPTION:
Care for kindergarten through fifth grade students in the Before/After School and BOOST Child Care program, including developing and conducting activities, supervising students, and collecting fees. Ensure a safe, healthy, and secure environment for children.
SALARY:
Classified Grade H, starting at $18.58 depending on recent relevant experience. Tuesday-Friday 3:00pm-5:00pm. Not eligible for benefits.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise students, ensuring a safe, healthy, and secure environment. Assist in planning and preparing materials for daily activities. Assist children with homework. Prepare and clean-up after snacks. Ensure good hygiene is followed during snack time. Maintain a clean and healthy environment for children by cleaning the facility, sanitizing surfaces, and putting toys and games away. Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss issues and concerns about children and to get updates regarding changes within the District. Receive tuition payments from parents when necessary. In addition, handout and receive registration materials.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent. First Aid and CPR certifications required within 1 month after hire. 15 clock hours of Child Care training required annually. Operating knowledge of computer and copy machine preferred. Operating knowledge of die cut machine, VCR/TV, paper cutter, hole puncher, microwave, coffeepot, hot plate, and iron required within 1 month after hire. Communication, basic writing, interpersonal, basic reading, behavior management, and child care skills. Ability to deal, empathize, and have patience with children and children with special needs. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical. Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Experience working with children.
Please Note:
All posted vacancies in the District close at 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time. Links to
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