--- title: Paraprofessional/Before & After School Program Lead description: Aakelementary is hiring for the Paraprofessional/Before & After School Program Lead role in Fort Collins, CO. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/paraprofessional-before-and-after-school-program-lead-at-aakelementary-01a0fc49-860e-77c4-827f-f970172eb4d3 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Aakelementary as Paraprofessional/Before & After School Program Lead in Fort Collins, CO. Pays $20–$22 per hour. Part-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/i2aub0.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | aakelementary.org | | **Location** | Fort Collins, CO | | **Salary** | $20/hr - $22/hr | | **Type** | Part Time | | **Posted** | Oct 01, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for aakelementary.org. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for aakelementary.org. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $40,000 – $50,000 a year (median $45,000). ## Description **The Academy of Arts and Knowledge is a public elementary charter school that offers an enhanced school year with year-round educationally based programming through The AAK Community Learning Center. We are a small, arts-integrated school community offering an exceptional work environment and opportunities for growth. If you are a creative, energetic, and motivated individual that enjoys providing outstanding educational experience for children this position is for you!** **Job Title:** CLC/ Paraprofessional **Location:** The Academy of Arts & Knowledge **FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt **Reports To:** CLC Lead & Special Education Lead **Work Hours/Days:** 11:45-5:15 M-F **Wage:** $20-22/hour **Benefits:** - Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance, with upgraded plan options available. - 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5% - Vacation and sick time The Academy of Arts and Knowledge is a public elementary charter school that offers an enhanced school year with year-round educationally based programming through The AAK Community Learning Center. We are a small arts integrated school community offering an exceptional work environment and opportunities for growth. If you are a creative, energetic, and motivated individual that enjoys providing outstanding educational experience for children this position is for you! **Primary Responsibilities:** The ideal candidate will support students during the regular school day by ensuring academic, social, and emotional development of students. AAK support staff work directly with students and teachers to provide academic interventions and extra support as needed. While working in the Community Learning Center, support staff lead, participate in, and take responsibility for after-school and out-of-school program activities. **General Responsibilities:** - Deliver academic interventions to small groups of students, as needed. - Provide one-on-one or small group insturction. - Monitor student behavior and ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment. - Supervise students during lunch and/or recess. - Work with teachers to provide additional support in the classroom setting - Maintain effective communication with the Lead Educator at the assigned site. - Communicate with the Special Education Team. - Follow the direction of Lead Educator, Principal or other manager(s) with respect to policies and procedures, and adhere to program requirements. - Plan, lead, participate in, and take responsibility for after school program activities. - Participate in out-of-school time program planning and design. - Meet with parents, students, and community members; communicate in a respectful and confidential manner. - Identify needed supplies and resources, and inform the Lead Educator. Participate in professional development and program-related training activities. - Perform all other duties as assigned by the AAK Principal. Schedule: 5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Hours are consistent and year round, including summer. Additional hours will be available for subbing. Term: One year with the option for renewal, contingent on funding. Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Ability to communicate effectively to multiple audiences - Willingness to work positively with and mentor youth - CPR and First Aid Certifications (can provide if needed) - Pass required criminal background checks - Ability to perform all tasks identified in this job description - Valid driver's license - Good physical condition with ability to lift 10 pounds Preferred Competencies - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university - Experience working in a school- or community-based out-of-school time organization - Knowledge of after school programs, communities and/or positive youth development - Bilingual (English and Spanish) ## Skills - Special Needs Education - Bilingual - Planning - Youth Development - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr) - Driver's License - English - After-School Programs - Background Vetting / Investigations - Spanish - Communication ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans - Other Retirement and Savings ## Related - [Education & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Teaching Support & Enrichment jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/teaching-support-and-enrichment?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [After School Program Instructor jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/teaching-support-and-enrichment/after-school-program-instructor?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Colorado](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 56960 jobs - [Primary and Secondary Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/primary-and-secondary-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 17376 jobs - [Fort Collins, CO](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado/fort-collins?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1810 jobs ## Related pages - [Colorado](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 56960 jobs - [Primary and Secondary Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/primary-and-secondary-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 17376 jobs - [Fort Collins, CO](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado/fort-collins?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1810 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)