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Kansas Employer Special Programs - Early Childhood Para (Multiple Positions) in Haysville, Kansas
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Haysville Unified School District 261
Special Programs - Early Childhood Para - Nelson Elementary School
(10003309)
JOB POSTING
Job Details
Title Special Programs - Early Childhood Para - Nelson Elementary School
Posting ID 10003309
Description USD 261 EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:PARA-PROFESSIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION
SUPERVISOR: Teacher and Principal
PAYMENT RATE: According to Educational Support Staff Salary Schedule
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. One of the following endorsements:
3. Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college hours)
4. Have an associates or bachelors degree
5. Demonstrate knowledge through formal assessment, (e.g. ParaPro Assessment (former
assessment) or The Paraeducator Learning Network Assessment (current assessment)
within one year from date of hire.
6. Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after
employment offer is made).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the
supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
2. Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers
in the classroom.
3. Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students for the purpose of maintaining
students personal hygiene.
4. Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency
procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to
job functions.
5. Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and
parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP
objectives.
6. Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by IEP
team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of
presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
7. Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the
purpose of facilitating instruction; recording student information; and/or meeting
mandated requirements.
8. Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g.
restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the
purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
9. Provides, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety
of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills,
etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and
ensuring students success in school.
10. Demonstrates dependability, promptness, and regular attendance in order to establish
consistent routines, promote teamwork, and guarantee instructional continuity.
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11. Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information in order to
remain in compliance with legal requirements and to maintain a professional working
environment.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and
effective functioning of the work unit.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
1. Demonstrates required mobility, agility and dexterity to work with students.
2. Ability to move, lift, pull or push objects.
3. Remains attentive to students while working in noisy, crowded environments with
numerous interruptions.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
At will
PERFORMANCE REVIEW:
Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes and Board of
Ed