Center-Based Paraprofessional: Instructional Support & Care

De Soto Unified School Dist; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 31,462,000 - 34,233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

De Soto Unified School Dist in De Soto High School is seeking a Center-Based Paraprofessional for 1.0 FTE in the 2026-2027 school year. The paraprofessional assists with intensive instructional programs, daily living and behavioral skills, and may provide medical care under a licensed nurse's direction.

Working 174 days per year, 7.5 hours daily, the position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), experience with children (preferred), current health certification including a negative TB

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children, preferred
• Current Certification of Health, including negative TB test
• Completion of clear, criminal background check

Responsibilities

• Assist with intensive instructional programs and daily living skills.
• Assist with behavioral skills and, if needed, basic medical care under nurse direction.

Skills

Experience with children

Behavioral support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

De Soto Unified School Dist in De Soto High School is seeking a Center-Based Paraprofessional for 1.0 FTE in the 2026-2027 school year. The paraprofessional assists with intensive instructional programs, daily living and behavioral skills, and may provide medical care under a licensed nurse's direction.

Working 174 days per year, 7.5 hours daily, the position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), experience with children (preferred), current health certification including a negative TB