2026-2027 Pre-K Para Professional - Ruth Clark Elementary School

Young World Physical Education; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 14,172 - 20,184; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a qualified Pre-K Para Professional at Ruth Clark Elementary School in Wichita, Kansas. This full-time position involves supporting teachers by adapting classroom activities, administering tests, and monitoring student safety. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to maintain TB testing. The role offers a pay rate of $12.47 per hour, and the application deadline is September 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities under teacher direction.
• Communicate with instructional staff to evaluate student progress.
• Monitor students in various school environments.

Skills

Adapt classroom activities

Communication with staff and parents

Monitoring students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

2026-2027 Pre-K Para Professional - Ruth Clark Elementary School

Haysville Ruth Clark Elementary School - Wichita, Kansas

Job Details

• Job ID: 5691470
• Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted: May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

USD 261 EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF

JOB TITLE: PRE-K PARA-PROFESSIONAL REGULAR EDUCATION

SUPERVISOR: Teacher and Principal

PAYMENT RATE: According to Educational Support Staff Salary Schedule

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after employment offer is made).

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administers tests, homework, make‑up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of facilitating instruction; recording student information; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• 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.
• 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 and ensuring students’ success in school.
• Demonstrates dependability, promptness, and regular attendance in order to establish consistent routines, promote teamwork, and guarantee instructional continuity.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Demonstrates required mobility, agility and dexterity to work with students.
• Ability to move, lift, pull or push objects.
• 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 Education Policy.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Salary

$12.47 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Kaitlin Zimmerman, Principal
• Ruth Clark Elementary School
• Phone: 316‑554‑2333
• Email: [e-mail]