A local school district in Tonganoxie seeks a Special Education Para-Educator to support students with various learning challenges. The role involves assisting with academic and personal needs under teacher supervision. Ideal candidates should have relevant educational experience, with pay starting at $13.00 per hour, increasing with educational qualifications and experience. This is a full-time role demanding commitment from Monday to Friday, requiring strong interpersonal skills and dedication to student success.
Qualifications
Ability to work directly with students with various learning challenges.
Experience in an educational setting is preferred.
Capacity to assist with personal needs as needed.
Responsibilities
Provide assistance under teacher supervision.
Work with students individually or in small groups.
Implement academic or functional skill plans.
Skills
Student interaction
Assisting with personal needs
Implementing educational plans
Education
Associates degree or higher
Job description
Job Description: Special Education Para-Educator
The person in this position works under the direct supervision of a teacher, provides assistance in implementing plans and programs related to the academic or functional skill attainment for students with mental, physical, academic, behavioral and/or emotional learning challenges.
Works directly with students, individually or in small groups.
This may require lifting or assisting with personal needs.
Person will work 6 hours 50 minutes per day, Monday through Friday.
Starting pay is $13.00 for applicants with no verifiable education-related work experience.
Additional salary compensation provided for associates degree and above, as well as for each full year of verifiable education-related work experience(Ex: teacher, para-educator, preschool, classroom aide, coach, child care facility, etc.).