Floating Teacher Assistant Position (#915) ECC

Nex-Tech Classifieds; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

USD 489 Paraprofessional position in Kansas requires assisting a teacher, supporting lesson plans, and promoting a safe classroom and bus environment. The role involves collaborating with families, participating in meetings, and ensuring activities align with the district’s codes of conduct.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; experience with young children is preferred. CPR/First Aid willingness, TB test, and background check are required; a CDA credential is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preference for experience working with young children.
• Must pass TB skin test and KBI background check.
• CPR/First Aid willingness; CDA credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engages and supports children to enhance life skills.
• Assists in implementing curriculum and lesson plans.
• Maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Communicates with families and participates in team meetings.
• Promotes child safety on the bus and adheres to policies.
• Interacts positively with children to encourage learning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Team player

Valid driver’s license

Experience with young children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

Job description

Floating Teacher Assistant Position (#915) ECC

General Function:
To assist teacher in working with children and share responsibilities to ensure a well-managed classroom. Utilized as a sub in the classroom.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Engages and supports children to enhance life skills.

• Establishes and maintains rapport with families which is open, honest and caring.
• Models skills that promote healthy environments for children.

2. Assists in implementing the current education curriculum.

• Supports children’s learning in every area of the classroom and outdoors.
• Participates in team teaching possibilities.
• Works with individual children, implementing lesson plans.

3. Provides a safe and healthy learning environment.

• Follows staffing pattern as assigned by teacher to ensure children’s safety.
• Assists teacher in providing positive guidance to children.
• Promotes preventative wellness.

4. Maintains an open communication system.

• As requested participates in Center Team Meetings.
• Practices open communication with staff, families, and volunteers.
• Participates in school wide activities as requested. 5. Provides and promotes child safety on the bus.
• Requires and assists children in the use of seat belts on the bus.
• Provides positive guidance to children on the bus.
• Follows procedures related to any discipline or safety related concerns
• Interacts positively with children to facilitate appropriate behavior and learning.

6. Promotes and respects the Code of Ethical Conduct as set forth by NAEYC.

• Maintains a professional manner and appearance at all times.
• Insures confidentiality
• Adheres to a mandatory reporting policy for child abuse and neglect.

7. Completes all other duties as assigned.
Scope of position:
Reports to the assigned staff member. Receives moderate supervision from teacher and central office staff. Supervises children and volunteers. Position requires decisions regarding duties and responsibilities. Moderate decisions need to be made related to children and families. Assumes supervision of the classroom during the absence of the teacher. Ongoing staff development is an integral part of the position. Knowledge, skills, and technical ability: Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree. Prefer candidates with experience working with young children.

Willing to certify:

• CPR
• First Aid
• Child Development Associates Credential (CDA)

Must pass prior to starting position:
TB Skin Test
Kansas Bureau of Investigation background check
Physical Exam Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting of 10-25 lbs.
• Occasional lifting & moving of 50 lbs.
• Bending, squatting, and kneeling occur frequently on a daily basis
• Fine manipulation occurs frequently

Requires:

• Interpersonal skills working with children, volunteers, families and community members.
• Ability to make good decisions.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Willingness to work as a team player.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.

Working conditions:

• Works approximately 98% of the time in the classroom. Conditions include a fast-paced schedule. About 2% of the time is spent in training. Must be able to lift, move and handle up to 50 pounds. Position requires much physical activity interacting with children.

Compensation:
Based on the USD 489 Paraprofessional Salary Schedule and benefit package. Compensation will be provided for non-district days worked.

Term of Employment:

• At will.
• Regular attendance is required of all employees subject to allowed leave in accordance with district policy.

Evaluation:

• Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with USD 489 Board of Education policy

Compensation:

Starting at $15.04/hr

Position Contact:
Dawn Bush, Building Director
785-623-2430
[e-mail]