Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant

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: Early Childhood Education

Position Title: Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant

Position Start Date: Immediately

Position Type: Non-Rep

FTE: 1.00 - 40 Hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 9 Month - Hourly

Pay Range:*$21.72 - $24.74

Closing Date: August 18, 2025

Summary:

The Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant supports the Classroom Lead in their assigned classroom and works under the supervision of the Preschool Enrichment Coordinator. This role assists in delivering a developmentally appropriate preschool program in compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood regulations. Responsibilities include supporting classroom activities, maintaining a safe and organized environment, supervising meals, recess, transitions, rest time, and staff breaks. The Assistant works in close collaboration with the preschool team and fosters an inclusive setting that promotes children's development and may assume a leadership role in the Classroom Lead’s absence.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that is aligned to the Early Childhood Education curriculum and provides students with enrichment opportunities.
• Assist in the creation of an inclusive learning environment that supports early intervention, referral for academic, social-emotional, and/or human services when necessary, and an understanding and appreciation of culturally and linguistically diverse student and family needs.
• Assist in the daily operation of the program under the guidance and direction of the Preschool Enrichment Classroom Lead.
• Take student attendance and ensure the safety of students at all times; maintain ratio compliance.
• Effectively handle student discipline by establishing and maintaining clear, consistent and fair limits on children’s behavior and implementing and maintaining positive guidance and discipline techniques set by the program.
• Create a warm, friendly and cooperative environment in which children and families feel comfortable and secure. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with licensing rules and regulations set by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, local County Health Department and School District policies and procedures.
• Participate in trainings and professional learning opportunities that allow for continued licensure and growth.
• Remain current on all required trainings and total number of training hours required by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
• Work collaboratively as an integral member of the Preschool team.
• Communicate positively and effectively regarding student needs and overall growth and wellbeing.
• Communicate and collaborate with all students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of ethical behavior and professionalism.
• Maintain positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

Required:

• Must hold and maintain one of the following: Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) Qualified as established by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood under (2.216.A) 2) or Level II in the Colorado Shines PDIS System, and/or hold a Child Development Associate Certification (CDA).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to assist children in toileting along with delegated health care duties.
• Complete and submitted BVSD online application
• Communicate (read, write and speak) in English

Preferred:

• Strong knowledge in Early Childhood Education and best practices including children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development as well as children with special needs.
• Knowledge and skill in classroom management tools, including supporting children with special needs.
• Ability to mentor, communicate orally and written, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse educational backgrounds.
• General knowledge of the State of Colorado Child Care Licensing rules and regulations and county health department guidelines.
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Technology and computer proficiency in multiple software applications–(Google).

Salary Information: 

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).

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.