Job Description

Job Title: Long Term Substitute Student Services Paraprofessional

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction-ACAGJ

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Reports To: Dean of Student Services

Work Days: School days (normally 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.) and staff work days during the school year

Desired Start Date: Immediately to Dec. 19th, 2025

Wage Range: $22-24 hourly

Position Summary:

Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion and want to expand awareness and understanding of the liberal arts? Do you want to help train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education?

ACAGJ is a growing school of over 200 students that offers grades K-10 for the 2025-26 with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year and is looking to grow our student services team. Ascent Classical Academies is dedicated to the intellectual and moral betterment of students and encourages staff to take their own moral and intellectual improvement seriously as part of a supportive and excellence-driven culture.

Essential Functions:

• Work with individual or small groups of students who are at-risk to provide educational
• interventions and progress monitoring, including students with IEPs, 504 plans, or ALPs.
• Implement small group/individual intervention instruction, progress monitoring, and other activities related to reading support.
• 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.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Headmaster or Student Services Coordinator.
• Provide focused accommodations for a few students whose needs require continual or ongoing adult supervision and support.
• Facilitate communication about students with disabilities between General Education and Special Education Teachers.
• Provide classical pedagogical support to students with disabilities in line with the school's mission and the IEP.
• Support teachers and students by working to meet students' individual needs
• Assist with standardized testing and progress monitoring
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families
• Complete all required training and provide documentation
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools
• Commitment to classical education and to the high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to complete other related duties as requested

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child
• Must be able to supervise outdoor activities

Benefits Available:

• Competitive compensation
• Employer-covered monthly premiums for specific health, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees
• Employer contributions to health savings accounts for those opting for high-deductible plans
• Percentage match to retirement accounts
• Assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions
• Paid time off and sick pay
• Extensive training and mentoring opportunities

M andatory 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 will 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: For roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials), you will be asked to provide verifiable proof. 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

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