Compassionate Instructional Paraeducator (Special Needs)

SEK Interlocal #637; Baxter Springs (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

SEK Interlocal #637 is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator for USD508-Central Elementary in Baxter Springs, Kansas. You will assist in supervising and instructing students with special needs under supervision of the Special Education Teacher.

The role requires a High School diploma or 48 college hours (or Master Teacher Exam) and ongoing in-service training; duties include adapting activities, assisting with daily living skills, behavior support, and collaboration with staff to implement IEPs.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and 48 college hours or Master Teacher Exam.
• In-service training of 20 hours per year is required.
• Non-exempt, at-will position.

Responsibilities

• Adapts and provides accommodations of classroom activities under teacher supervision.
• Aids students in and out of classroom and supports social growth.
• Monitors students and maintains safe, positive environment.

Skills

Safety practices

Office equipment operation

Record keeping

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma

48 college hours or Master Teacher Exam

Tools

Office software (pertinent applications)

Job description

SEK Interlocal #637 is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator for USD508-Central Elementary in Baxter Springs, Kansas. You will assist in supervising and instructing students with special needs under supervision of the Special Education Teacher.

The role requires a High School diploma or 48 college hours (or Master Teacher Exam) and ongoing in-service training; duties include adapting activities, assisting with daily living skills, behavior support, and collaboration with staff to implement IEPs.