Preschool Paraprofessional

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AXIS International Academy

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Fort Collins, Colorado

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Responsibilities

The paraprofessional assists classroom teachers with instructional plans, small group support, and daily classroom management tasks. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and positive learning environment for students.

Qualifications

AXIS International Academy is looking for a Preschool Paraprofessional to support classroom teachers with instruction, learning skills reinforcement, and daily tasks. An Associate's degree is required, with a Bachelor's preferred, and experience in a school setting is a plus. This role involves assisting with classroom activities, maintaining cleanliness, and providing a positive learning environment.

Job Description

Description

Employment Status: Full time non-exempt (hourly) 

Start Date: July 31, 2026, or earlier based on candidate availability 

Supervisor: Leadership staff member, AXIS International Academy Fort Collins 

Compensation: $19-$22 per hour. Position includes retirement benefits through the Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (copera.org) as well as options for health benefits. 

Application Deadline: Open until filled 

Who We Are: 

AXIS is more than a school — we are a community movement preparing students to become the global citizens our world needs. We believe in nurturing bilingualism, academic excellence, and strong character through a multicultural, inclusive environment. Our students are empowered to lead with knowledge, empathy, and purpose in both local and global communities. 

Position Description:
AXIS is seeking a hard-working, flexible person to support the preschool classroom teachers with implementing instruction and reinforcing learning skills in one-one, small, or large groups, and with daily classroom tasks such as supervision, copies, prepping classroom materials, etc. 

Position Responsibilities: 

  • Assist the classroom teacher with implementation of instructional plans 
  • Assist the classroom teacher with small group or one-one student support 
  • Assist the classroom teacher in preparing classroom materials, administering tests, grading, taking attendance, completing paperwork, maintaining files, and/or documenting student progress 
  • Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization, including daily cleaning responsibilities (e.g., sweeping, cleaning tables after meals) and regularly sanitizing classroom materials and toys. 
  • Provide conditions for a positive and caring learning environment 
  • Follow our behavior protocols and use positive reinforcement to address issues 
  • Attend work and arrive in a timely manner 
  • Attend appropriate in-services, building meetings, training, and/or school functions 
  • Perform any additional duties as assigned, which are consistent with the effective and orderly operation of this position, and the school-wide educational goals

Requirements

 Required Qualifications: 

  • Associates or equivalent; Bachelors preferred 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Lead teacher qualification 
  • Experience working with students in a school setting 
  • Bilingual in English and one of our Partner Languages (French or Spanish) 

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AXIS International Academy

AXIS International Academy is a tuition-free public school for students in kindergarten through 5th grade, including home school enrichment. AXIS offers students a dynamic multi-layered curriculum that integrates Core Knowledge, Singapore Math, and other world content with skills and strategies embedded in the Colorado Academic Standards. At AXIS International Academy students learn in a 50/50 immersion model where 50% of their instructional time is spent in English and the other 50% is spent in a partner language (either Spanish, French, or Mandarin Chinese).
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