School Support 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

School: High Peaks Elementary

Position Title: School Support Assistant

Position Start Date: January 5, 2026

Position Type: Office Professionals

FTE: 0.75 - 30 hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 210 Days

Pay Range:*$24.10 - $31.09

Closing Date: December 9, 2025

Summary:

Responsible for supporting the elementary school by performing several clerical functions including maintaining student files, records, attendance and databases; answering phones and directing visitors, assisting students in health room, answering questions and fulfilling requests and preparing written communication.

Responsibilities: 

• Communicate with staff, parents, students and district including: coordinating translations, layouts and implementation of flyers & newsletters (both staff and community) , parent or teacher handbooks, registration packets, maintain staff and parent email lists, sending and receiving email notifications. Provide oral & written interpretation for parents, students, district personnel and community members as needed.* (Not applicable to all schools)
• Support communication throughout the school community, including maintaining the website, signage, school calendars, school tours, posting and removing school banners, flyers and announcements, community newspaper liaisons, etc.
• Regulate school’s Master calendar, school use contracts, events including set-up, breakdown, coordination, and building use.
• Building Security, monitor main entrance, greet authorized personnel and/or visitors following district policies and procedures. Handle building maintenance and security; ensure appropriate check-in procedures are followed according to district policies and procedures. Assist with coordination of volunteer background checks, assigning security codes and fobs, distributing keys, crisis plans, regulating vermin and pests, grounds maintenance coordination (heat, cooling and air conditioning).
• Assist with ordering and distribution of school and staff material needs, including adoption materials, custodial and clerical supplies, checking in received orders, pro card use, etc.
• Assist and implement other district programs that may be located within the school building. Answer phones, direct mail and communication, copy, etc.
• Handle before and after school care for students left unattended by parents, discipline write ups and follow ups throughout the day when the principal or other designee is unavailable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Minimum of one year experience in secretarial or clerical work. 
• Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English. 
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application. 

Preferred: 

• Bilingual English/Spanish 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. 
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. 

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.

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.