Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Department: Summer Summit

Position Title: Paraeducator-Summer

Position Start Date:  May 28, 2025

Position Type: Paraeducators

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday Full Days - Temporary through 6/26/2025

Pay: BVSD paraeducators receive their current rate of pay

Closing Date: March 11, 2025

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Summary:

Assist students with basic classroom work, including computers, language arts, math and research. Assist classroom teacher with preparing classroom work as needed including, but not limited to, copying, filing, reinforcing discipline, grading and gaining the respect of students.

Summer Summit Program Details

• June 2nd-June 26th (Monday-Thursday)
• 7.5 Hour days (includes 30 min. unpaid lunch)
• Must be able to work the entirety of the program
• Professional Development will take place for 2 hours on May 28th or May 29th

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with teachers, principal, and other school staff to identify students needs and provides recommendations for teachers' support of student. Shares information as needed to inform teachers' support of student's academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth.
• Participates in Professional Development, Leadership, Faculty meetings, and other training or meetings related to job description.
• Assist teacher(s) in preparing materials; laminating, copying, filing, etc.
• Assist with grading, attendance and instructional centers, etc.
• Assist students with classroom activities.
• Assist with curriculum instructional delivery to both individual and small groups to ensure mastering of subjects.
• Supervise and monitor students during playground, lunchroom,, passing periods, classroom activities, etc. Support eloping students by keeping them within 3-5 feet to ensure the student remains safe. Must be physically able to run with student to keep them in close proximity.
• Assist injured or sick students to the health room.
• Cover classroom for short periods (up to 30 minutes) when the teacher is called out of the classroom for staff meetings or other reasons.
• Support students with toileting and other health related needs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Communicate (read, write, speak) in English, must pass English component of interview process
• Complete and submitted BVSD on-line application

Preferred:

• Experience working with children
• Positive communication, interaction and work experience with diverse people
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html