Job Title: Paraprofessional (Computer Science)

Department: Mathematics & Computer Science

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1462.5 Hours per year
• 9 Months per year
• 37.5 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission. 

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional - Computer Science provides a variety of support to department faculty, staff and students while contributing towards creating an inclusive learning environment in which all students thrive.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the teaching of the 100- and 200-level computer science courses by holding regular office hours for students, and occasionally running review sessions. Any and all of these activities may at times be conducted on-line, as circumstances dictate.
• Organize and manage graders for computer science courses.
• Work with the administrative assistant to organize social events.
• Communicate departmental events and opportunities
• Participate in department meetings and staff meetings.
• Assist the co-chairs with activities at recruitment functions.
• Assist in website updates.
• Check course pre-requisites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Computer Science or a closely related field
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent Colorado College graduate with familiarity of the Block Plan.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Supervises Students
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 4/3/2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $20.03 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html