AXIS International Academy Is Hiring An Elementary Teaching Assistant / Paraprofessional

Join our vibrant educational community in Fort Collins, CO, as a PreKindergarten - Elementary Paraprofessional and play a vital role in shaping the future of young learners! 🌟

Job Overview

Position: PreKindergarten - Elementary Paraprofessional

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Employment Status: Hourly, Part-Time, Non-Exempt | 25 hours/week + team work days, inservice days, and weekly meetings (remote attendance possible)

Start Date: August 5, 2026

Supervisor: Leadership team member

Compensation: $20-$25/hour, includes retirement benefits via Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association 💼

Application Deadline: May 12, 2026

Who We Are

At AXIS, we're more than just a school — we're a movement cultivating global citizens. 🌎 We champion bilingualism, academic excellence, and character development within a multicultural, inclusive environment. Our students are empowered to lead with knowledge, empathy, and purpose both locally and globally.

Position Description

We seek a dedicated, flexible paraprofessional to support student academic success and behavioral growth. Paraprofessionals are integral school-based staff, deployed strategically to maximize their impact on student engagement, intervention, and consistency. This role supports a first-grade French Immersion classroom in the mornings and elementary-wide lunch duties, with hours from 7:30 to 12:30 (flexibility may be available).

Position Responsibilities

1. Behavioral Support (Primary Priority) 🎯

• Implement behavior plans and support students with needs identified through 504 Plans, IEPs, or MTSS.
• Utilize PBIS/MTSS strategies and active supervision to guide expectations during various school activities.
• Support regulation strategies to foster a calm and positive learning environment.

2. Intervention & Academic Support 📚

• Reinforce teacher-led lessons and increase student engagement.
• Check for understanding and lead WIN (What I Need) intervention groups.
• Support small group instruction and provide individualized support for diverse learning needs.

3. Assessment Support 📊

• Assist in administering assessments and monitor student progress.
• Gather observational data to inform instruction and support team decision-making.

4. Classroom & Schoolwide Support 🏫

• Support transitions, arrival, lunch, recess, and coverage duties.
• Help manage classroom flow to maximize instructional time.
• Flex across classrooms as needed to meet student needs.
• Step into lead roles during teacher absences, with support from substitutes when necessary.

5. Teacher/Team Support 🤝

• Assist with preparing classroom materials and light organizational tasks, secondary to instructional duties.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and school events punctually.
• Perform additional duties aligned with school goals and educational effectiveness.

6. Team Expectations

• Take initiative and communicate observations proactively.
• Be flexible and responsive to school priorities.
• Align behavior expectations and instructional strategies with classroom teams.

Requirements

Required Qualifications ✔️

• Associate's degree or equivalent
• Proficiency in English (advanced level)
• Intermediate-high or above proficiency in French

Preferred Qualifications 🌟

• Native-level French proficiency
• Experience working with elementary students in a school setting
• Previous experience in elementary education
• Bachelor’s degree preferred