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Substitute - Preschool Assistant - BASE

Douglas County School District·Highlands Ranch, Colorado

$17 - $17/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 8 days ago
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About the role

Provide classroom assistance and clerical support within a preschool program, working with both typical and special needs children. Responsibilities include maintaining student progress data and assisting with life skill instruction and toileting.

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.

Reminder

Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!

Job posting title

Substitute - Preschool Assistant - BASE

Job description

Responsible for providing classroom assistance in the preschool program as well as some clerical support. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

Essential physical requirements

  • Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
  • Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

Position specific information (If applicable)

Responsibilities

Provide clerical support in a variety of functions.

Prepare, adapt, arrange, and maintain preschool materials.

Maintain data collection regarding student progress/performance, including confidential reports and information.

Interact appropriately with parents and other staff.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Provide daily assistance to the teacher in the classroom by working with typical and special needs children in small and whole group settings.

Perform toileting duties and life skill instruction.

Certifications

First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association

Education: High School or Equivalent (Required)

SKILLS

Position type

Substitutes

Primary location

Copper Mesa Elementary

One year only (Yes or no)

No

Scheduled hours per week: 0

FTE

0.00

Approx scheduled days per year

  • 0 Work Days
  • (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum hire rate

$17.30 USD Hourly

Maximum hire rate

$17.30 USD Hourly

Full salary range

  • $17.30 USD - $17.30 USD Hourly
  • All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time off plans

This position is eligible for paid sick time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past

November 11, 2026

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $17/hr
Location
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Posted
Aug 11, 2026
Closes
Nov 11, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Douglas County School District

Douglas County is home to excellence in education and fantastic teachers who prepare Douglas County students to be successful. Our motto, "Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow,"​ has never been more true than today. We are redefining the way we teach our students to ensure they have the...

Salary listed on 110 jobs
IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeEducational
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Market context

Colorado preschool substitute roles stay in steady demand

In Colorado, substitute preschool assistant roles are often needed to cover daily staffing gaps in early childhood programs, so schedules can change quickly. These positions are competitive because they require a high school diploma or equivalent, age 18+, and current American Heart Association First Aid and CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status before applying.

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