Education Support Para — Virtual & In-School Student Support

USD 265 - Goddard Public Schools; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard Academy in Kansas is seeking an Alternative Education Support Para to provide instructional, behavioral, technological, and operational support for students and staff in an alternative education setting. The role involves flexible classroom support, virtual learning, student supervision, media and communications, and In-School Suspension (ISS).

This position works with admins, teachers, counselors, and staff to promote student success in a safe, engaging environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Meet Kansas State Board of Education requirements for paraprofessionals.
• Ability to work effectively with students exhibiting academic, behavioral, and emotional needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computers, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified staff with classroom instruction and student learning activities.
• Provide individual and small-group academic support.
• Reinforce instructional concepts and classroom expectations.
• Encourage student engagement and positive participation.
• Support behavior intervention strategies consistent with district and school expectations.
• Supervise students online or in person and monitor progress.
• Assist in creating school newsletters, promotional materials, flyers, presentations, and digital communications.
• Capture photographs and videos of school activities for district-approved communications.
• Assist with maintaining the school's website and social media platforms in accordance with district guidelines.
• Support staff with technology integration and basic troubleshooting.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Working knowledge of computers

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Educational technology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Goddard Academy in Kansas is seeking an Alternative Education Support Para to provide instructional, behavioral, technological, and operational support for students and staff in an alternative education setting. The role involves flexible classroom support, virtual learning, student supervision, media and communications, and In-School Suspension (ISS).

This position works with admins, teachers, counselors, and staff to promote student success in a safe, engaging environment.