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Stem School Highlands Ranch
Elementary Instructional Assistant
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What they do
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
Job Description
Elementary Instructional Assistant Stem School Highlands Ranch
- 2.3 Highlands Ranch, CO Job Details Full-time $16.78
- $25.
Our Core Values:
Prioritize Students- Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development. Build a Strong Community
- We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community. Do Right, Always
- Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent. Embrace Innovation
- Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress. Take Steady Steps
- We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing
- setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive. Lead With Care
- Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community. Elevate the Standard
- A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential. Laugh Together
- Having fun makes the team work!
Benefits:
STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month). Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date). Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado's PERA program. Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Sick Time, and PTO based on years of servicePosition Overview:
The Elementary Instructional Assistant plays a key role in supporting teachers and enhancing the learning environment for elementary-aged students. This position involves assisting with classroom management, delivering small group instruction in reading and math, and supporting students in developing essential academic and organizational skills.Key Responsibilities:
Support classroom management and help maintain a positive, productive learning environment Parallel and co-teach small-group reading and math lessons Monitor and deliver assessments to small groups of students Encourage and support student independence in academic tasks Assist students with organizational, study, and time management skills Provide clerical support such as copying, filing, and maintaining records Collaborate with the learning support services team to meet student needs Supervise students during hallway transitions, lunch, recess and other non-instructional times- lunch and recess duties 2+ hours a day.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent Ability to pass a criminal background check Strong commitment to student learning and development Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Responsive and proactive communication with students and faculty Proficient in both Mac and PC platforms and Google applications Experience working in a diverse, fast-paced, and collaborative environment preferredPhysical Requirements:
Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds Ability to stand/walk for up to 90 minutes Ability to run short distances if necessary Frequent bending, stooping, standing, walking, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting Schedule Day shift: (7:30am- 4:00pm) Monday to Friday Start date will be 7/27/26 This position will be open until filled. #SJ2025 The pay range for this role is: 16.78
- 25.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings