Paraprofessional: Kindergarten

Grand Peak Academy (GPA) is a kindergarten-eighth grade classical, Core Knowledge public charter school committed to providing excellent educational opportunities to students in Northeast Colorado Springs. GPA offers a holistic classical approach to education that implements rigorous academic instruction in conjunction with an active classroom. Our model challenges students to think critically and take active roles in their classrooms and communities. This results in higher achievement and greater engagement in school. Our school gives students the academic and character-building skills they need as learners and leaders.

Purpose statement

Grand Peak Academy is seeking paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year! These individuals will join a committed team of educators to strengthen the foundation of an extraordinary school. In their daily practice, the Kindergarten Paraprofessional supports classroom teachers in creating a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for kindergarten students. This role includes supervising children, reinforcing learning concepts, and helping manage classroom routines to promote student growth academically, socially, and emotionally.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Follow all rules, policies, and procedures of Grand Peak Academy along with state and federal regulations pertaining to school issues and IDEA.

Work with individual or small groups of students who are at-risk in reading, writing and/or mathematics to provide educational interventions and progress monitoring.

Work with school personnel in the Multi-Tiered System of Support/Response to Intervention (MTSS-RTI) process.

Assist the classroom teacher with delivering lessons and activities aligned with curriculum standards, as needed from the teacher.

Reinforce learning concepts through small-group work or one-on-one instruction.

Support students with reading, writing, math, and early literacy skills.

Prepare instructional materials, manipulatives, and learning centers.

Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information.

Attend team/parent meetings as required; provide input to teams regarding student academic strengths and weaknesses.

Maintain data-based documentation of continuous monitoring of student performance and progress during interventions.

Manage a classroom of students for short periods of time, as requested by teachers.

Perform recess, lunch, crossing guard duty several times per week, and other duties as assigned.

Supervise students during classroom activities, centers, recess, lunch, arrival, and dismissal.

Model positive behavior and help guide students in building social skills and conflict-resolution strategies.

Provide support for students with diverse learning needs, including behavioral or developmental challenges.

Assist in maintaining an orderly, clean, and safe classroom environment.

Help set up learning stations, organize supplies, and ensure classrooms are ready for daily activities.

Monitor student behavior and document observations or concerns as directed by the teacher.

Follow accommodations or behavior plans under the direction of teachers or specialists.

Provide targeted support for students with IEPs, 504 plans, or developmental delays.

Work closely with the lead teacher to ensure classroom routines run smoothly.

Communicate student progress or concerns to the teacher or other support staff.

Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development as required.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Successfully complete background check

Experience working with young children, particularly in an educational setting, is highly desirable.

Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to follow teacher directions and collaborate as part of a team.

Basic understanding of early childhood development and behavior management strategies.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment

Hourly Pay: $19.59

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.


• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.


• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.


• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.


• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

This employer utilizes E-Verify:

E-Verify Participation Poster - https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf - https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf