Horizons K-8 School

4545 Sioux Dr.

Boulder, CO

https://ho8.bvsd.org

720-561-3600

Job Vacancy: Paraeducator Substitute - Horizons K8 School

Effective date of hire: Ongoing

Closing Date: May 3, 2026

Summary:

Horizons K-8 School, located in south Boulder, has a rich history of academic excellence. The Horizons community takes great pride in attending to the whole child through an atmosphere of respect, responsibility, safety and kindness throughout the school. A consistently high-performing school, Horizons emphasizes multi-age groupings, diverse perspectives, full inclusion, service learning, teacher-guided student choice, community building, authentic and active learning experiences, outdoor education, use of technology, and project-based instruction. Our 375 students are in classes of approximately 20-22, guided by an exemplary group of teacher leaders. The school is governed through a horizontal structure that includes faculty, staff, parents and administration. Portfolio-based assessments and reflections, along with student-led conferences, replace traditional report cards and grades.

Our mission is to guide K-8 students to become self-directed learners in a supportive, collaborative environment rooted in critical thinking, justice, and choice. At Horizons K-8 School we strive to make our school an exciting, inclusive place to work, teach, learn, create, and innovate by actively fostering a respectful and responsible environment where all community members - staff, students and families - are included.

Position Description:

We are looking for para substitutes to come join our Horizons K8 team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Para Substitute: Assists students with needs in both the regular and special education classrooms. This includes behavioral, academic, health and other types of support.

Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care to students as needed
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Provide careful and effective supervision of students
• Carry out instructional/behavioral objectives for individuals or small groups of students with disabilities
• Use positive reinforcement strategies to maintain a safe environment
• Maintain a clean and safe physical environment

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma, completion of GED, or equivalent
• Completion of Colorado Dept of Human Services criminal background screening and CBI fingerprints
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Completed and submitted Horizons K-8 online application

Preferred:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Advanced interpersonal relation skills
• Advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Tolerance for moderate noise level
• Comfort with physical activities such as standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching
• Comfort with exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Salary: The FY25 Horizons para sub hourly rate is $21.25/hr. This is an as-needed position, paid on an hourly basis.

To Apply: Complete application at https://jobs.bvsd.org/

Contact: Kristin Haugher, Head of School: kristin.hauger@bvsd.org

Horizons K-8 is an equal opportunity educational institution and is committed to the goal of building a diverse faculty and staff. Applications from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.

We do 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 of employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: Office for Civil Rights.