Impactful Special Education Paraeducator

Three Lakes Educational Cooperative; Pomona (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Lakes Educational Cooperative is seeking a paraeducator to assist licensed staff in supporting exceptional students in a Kansas classroom and community setting.

Under licensed staff guidance, you will implement developmentally appropriate strategies, assist with transportation when needed, and contribute to a safe learning environment. Confidentiality and collaboration with teachers are essential components of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform with direction of licensed staff in a manner consistent with laws, rules, and district and TLEC policies.
• Attend TLEC and district inservices as requested.
• Complete required inservice hours as designated by Kansas Department of Education.
• Attend staff meetings as requested.
• Maintain excellent attendance.
• Work to implement the vision and mission of TLEC and the school district.
• May be required to transport students.
• May be required to maintain current driving requirements to transport students by bus, van, or car.
• Maintain confidentiality of educational and medical records and ensure communications come from certified personnel.
• Interact with students respectfully, recognizing diversity and disabilities.
• Provide documentation of observations using basic data collection techniques.
• Establish rapport with learners, teachers and administration.
• Use developmentally appropriate strategies and assistive technologies as directed to meet instructional objectives.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Use strategies to support inclusion and promote independence.
• Implement behavior support plans and research-based practices for student management.
• Support students’ self-esteem, self-awareness, self-control and self-advocacy.
• Work with individuals or small groups on language or motor development as guided by therapists and track progress toward IEP goals.
• Use strategies to develop social skills in various settings.
• Serve as a positive role model.
• Report accidents, assaults, property destruction, and abusive behavior promptly to teachers and administration.
• Follow district health and safety policies.
• Participate in IEP meetings upon teacher request.
• Provide work-related instruction in school or community settings.
• Assist with supervision during the teacher’s temporary absence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by teachers, building administrators or Special Education Directors.
• Demonstrate scheduling flexibility and adaptability to locations.
• Follow district and TLEC policies on technology and social media.

Education

High school diploma or GED (minimum)

Job description

Three Lakes Educational Cooperative is seeking a paraeducator to assist licensed staff in supporting exceptional students in a Kansas classroom and community setting.

Under licensed staff guidance, you will implement developmentally appropriate strategies, assist with transportation when needed, and contribute to a safe learning environment. Confidentiality and collaboration with teachers are essential components of the role.