• Job Description

  Req#: 12913
  Position Type:
  Elementary School Classified/ Parapro Instructional
  
  
  Date Posted:
  7/11/2025
  
  
  Location:
  Runyon Elementary School
  
  
  Closing Date:
  07/21/2025
  
  
  Assist students in the completion of assignments as appropriate
  Oversee students as they work independently or in groups, in the classroom, resource area/lab or other designated areas
  Process and organize books, instructional resources and other equipment for staff and student use
  Assist teachers in the preparation of instructional materials
  High School Diploma or equivalent
  Two years of post-secondary study and Associate’s degree or higher preferred
  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, math or school-readiness skills
  One year experience working with students preferred
  Criminal background check required for hire
  "Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."
  
  Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!
  
  INSTRUCTIONAL PARAPROFESSIONAL
  
  Runyon Elementary is looking for a qualified candidate to join our team as an Instructional Paraprofessional. This professional will be responsible for providing individual and/or small group instruction and implementing strategies to general education students, with support of licensed staff within the school environment (e.g. Classroom, Cafeteria, Playground, Community, etc.). The ideal candidate is strong in making independent decisions within appropriate parameters; monitoring and supporting students during school activities (lunch & recess); preparing and modifying instructional materials; maintaining student confidentiality and adapting to changes in responsibilities and schedules.
  
  Essential Duties:
  • Assist students in the completion of assignments as appropriate
  • Oversee students as they work independently or in groups, in the classroom, resource area/lab or other designated areas
  • Process and organize books, instructional resources and other equipment for staff and student use
  • Assist teachers in the preparation of instructional materials
  
  Education/Certifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of post-secondary study and Associate’s degree or higher preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in reading, writing, math or school-readiness skills
  • One year experience working with students preferred
  • Criminal background check required for hire
  6.5 hours/day
  STARTING SALARY: Grade 4, $19.41/hour - Classified Salary Schedule
  WORK YEAR: 180 contract days Classified calendar
  
  BENEFIT INFORMATION:
  Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.littletonpublicschools.net/o/lps/page/employee-benefits
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  Littleton Public Schools is a school district in Littleton, Colorado which serves several communities within the southern Denver metropolitan area.

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