Secondary Educational Assistant (EA)

About the role

STEM School Highlands Ranch is a K-12 public charter school dedicated to fostering an innovative learning environment that prepares students for an evolving world. Our core values prioritize students' growth, build a strong community, ensure ethical practices, embrace innovation, take steady steps, lead with care, elevate standards, and foster a culture of laughter.

Core Values

• Prioritize Students – Focus on student success, leadership, and achievement.
• Build a Strong Community – Encourage mutual respect, support, and collaboration among all members.
• Do Right, Always – Uphold honesty, trust, and ethical behavior in all interactions.
• Embrace Innovation – Continuously innovate and transform ideas into meaningful progress.
• Take Steady Steps – Implement strategic planning, clear communication, and appropriate pacing to create a supportive environment.
• Lead With Care – Demonstrate personal ownership, care, and compassion to make a lasting impact.
• Elevate the Standard – Commit to continuous skill refinement and adaptation to achieve high standards.
• Laugh Together – Foster a joyful and inclusive atmosphere that enhances teamwork and motivation.

Benefits

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

Position Overview

The Secondary Educational Assistant (EA) supports secondary teachers and staff by performing various tasks, directly impacting students' daily experiences.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain Study Halls
• Assist with Classroom Management
• Assist with Detention as Needed
• Record and Monitor Attendance
• Support Students' Independence
• Provide Tutoring and Organization Support as Needed
• Perform Clerical Duties
• Maintain Student Records
• Implement Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Interventions and Accommodations
• Collaborate and Consult with the Learning Support Services Team
• Perform Administrative Duties Such as Hall and Cafeteria Monitoring and Support/Clean-Up, Driveline Duties
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Pass a Criminal Background Evaluation
• Maintain a Commitment to Students' Learning
• Excel at Organizational Tasks Involving Many People and Variables
• Thriving in a Diverse, Intellectually Challenging, Entrepreneurial Environment
• Responsiveness: Follow Up and Follow Through with Students, Parents, and Faculty Members Are Essential
• Knowledge of Both Mac and PC, Google

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional Lifting (5-50 lbs)
• Ability to Stand/Walk for 90 Minutes
• Frequent Bending, Stooping, Walking, Standing, Reaching, and Sitting

Schedule

This position is available after school, operates on a day shift, and runs Monday through Friday.

Application Information

The position will remain open until filled, but will close on July 31, 2026.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $16.78 - $25.86 per hour (Main) and $400 - IA / EA.