College-Based Paraeducator: Special Education Support

McPherson County Special Education Cooperative; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

McPherson County Special Education Cooperative is seeking a College Based ParaEducator for the 2026-2027 school year in McPherson, Kansas. The position supports special education and general education staff to foster positive student development and learning in a classroom setting.

Shift hours vary but do not exceed 17.5 hours per week; the contract runs for a semester with a 500-hour maximum. Reports to the supervising teacher/assistant director of special education, with starting date

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Criminal history from Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
• Drug and health screen must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Support the philosophy of the classroom and assist instruction as needed.
• Follow directions of the supervising teacher and take initiative to assist.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills and maintain a positive learning climate.
• Assist with individualized instructional plans and safety procedures as trained.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

McPherson County Special Education Cooperative is seeking a College Based ParaEducator for the 2026-2027 school year in McPherson, Kansas. The position supports special education and general education staff to foster positive student development and learning in a classroom setting.

Shift hours vary but do not exceed 17.5 hours per week; the contract runs for a semester with a 500-hour maximum. Reports to the supervising teacher/assistant director of special education, with starting date