Autism Support Paraeducator - Self-Contained Classrooms

SEK Interlocal #637; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

SEK Interlocal #637 in Pittsburg, Kansas, is seeking an Autism Paraeducator for Westside Elementary to support students with significant disabilities in an intensive self-contained classroom under the supervision of a certified special education teacher.

The role involves assisting with health, safety, social/emotional and academic skills, implementing behavior plans, collecting data, and providing direct student support throughout the school day, with required trainings and a pathway to ongoing

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; 48 college hours or qualifying score on Master Teacher Online Exam within the first 90 days; 20 hours per year in-service training.

Responsibilities

• Assists students daily with medical and nursing procedures and personal care.
• Implements behavioral plans daily for students as designed by the IEP team.
• Directly instructs students in activities to meet IEP goals under certified staff supervision.
• Maintains a positive learning environment and safety during school activities.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Communication with staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college hours or qualifying score

Job description

SEK Interlocal #637 in Pittsburg, Kansas, is seeking an Autism Paraeducator for Westside Elementary to support students with significant disabilities in an intensive self-contained classroom under the supervision of a certified special education teacher.

The role involves assisting with health, safety, social/emotional and academic skills, implementing behavior plans, collecting data, and providing direct student support throughout the school day, with required trainings and a pathway to ongoing