Community Schools Instructional Assistant, Maplewood Elementary School

Community Schools Instructional Assistant, Maplewood Elementary School

Classification: Classified

Date Posted:  October 21, 2026

Salary: $19.26 per hour part-time/not eligible for benefits

Contract Length/ Days: (2026-2027) Hours vary/Part-time

Paid Leave:  Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to Classified employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual.

Reports to: Building Principal

Deadline for application: Applications will be reviewed on or after October 28, 2026

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, preferably pursuing education, child development, social work, or a related field; candidates working toward a degree are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in supporting elementary-aged students and fostering positive learning experiences.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Willingness to complete required district training, background checks, and other employment requirements.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, afterschool, tutoring, mentoring, or youth-program setting.
• Experience supporting small-group activities or enrichment programming.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Interest in community engagement, student success, and family partnerships.

The ideal candidate is dependable, patient, proactive, and enthusiastic about helping students succeed. They demonstrate a commitment to relationship-building, teamwork, and creating meaningful educational opportunities for every student. 
 

Summary/Objective

The Community Schools Instructional Assistant supports the afterschool program in student learning, enrichment, and engagement through academic assistance, afterschool programming, and community-based learning opportunities. Working collaboratively with the Community Schools Manager, teachers, program staff, and community partners, this individual helps create a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where students can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Essential Functions

• Assist with academic activities, including reading, writing, mathematics, homework completion, and small-group learning.
• Support the planning and implementation of Afterschool Program activities and enrichment opportunities.
• Help prepare instructional materials, organize learning spaces, and facilitate hands-on activities.
• Encourage student participation, positive behavior, teamwork, and engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers and program staff to reinforce classroom learning and address student needs.
• Assist with attendance tracking, activity documentation, pass out in snack and other program-related responsibilities as assigned.
• Promote a culturally responsive, safe, and inclusive environment that respects the diverse backgrounds of Maplewood students and families.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Work Environment/ Physical Demands: Ability to sit for long periods of time, numerous distractions, visual, auditory and ambulatory acuity important.  Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.

Travel:  None

Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at 970-348-6073 with any questions. 

EEO/AAP Statement
Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.

Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:

James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer 

1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631

Phone: 970-348-6104 

Email address: [email protected]