Elementary Instructional Assistant

About Stem School Highlands Ranch

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 free Charter School in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us on our goal to redefine limits and unleash potential. 

Our Commitment to Diversity:

STEM School Highlands Ranch is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. We strive to maintain a work environment free from unlawful harassment and discrimination.

Our Core Beliefs:

1. Create an environment of respect and success.
2. Nurture unlimited human potential.
3. Leverage the power of collaboration.
4. Optimize resources.
5. Impact the world ethically and positively.
6. Reinvent and adapt.

What We Expect:

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we expect our team members to be agile learners who design thoughtful and engaging initiatives that ensure maximum impact and engagement.

What You Can Expect:

You will join a community of committed professionals who engage in constant collaboration and innovation to nurture unlimited potential for both students and staff.

Benefits:

STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service

Position Overview:

The Elementary Instructional Assistant plays a key role in supporting teachers and enhancing the learning environment for elementary-aged students. This position involves assisting with classroom management, delivering small group instruction in reading and math, and supporting students in developing essential academic and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom management and help maintain a positive, productive learning environment
• Parallel and co-teach small-group reading and math lessons
• Monitor and deliver assessments to small groups of students
• Encourage and support student independence in academic tasks
• Assist students with organizational, study, and time management skills
• Provide clerical support such as copying, filing, and maintaining records
• Collaborate with the learning support services team to meet student needs
• Supervise students during hallway transitions, lunch, recess and other non-instructional times *lunch and recess duties 2+ hours a day.
• Participate in driveline duties to help ensure the safety of students during arrival and dismissal 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Strong commitment to student learning and development
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Responsive and proactive communication with students and faculty
• Proficient in both Mac and PC platforms and Google applications
• Experience working in a diverse, fast-