Impactful SPED Paraeducator — Specialized Classroom

Lawrence Unified School District; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Unified School District is seeking a Paraeducator for SPED Specialized Classroom in Lawrence, Kansas. Positions may be filled as full-time or part-time with a .5–1.0 FTE, 4.0–8.0 hours per day, and 186 days per year. Location is TBD under USD 497.

The role supports high-quality instruction, behavior intervention, and daily care for students with extensive needs, working with teachers and service providers to deliver individualized supports and ensure safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Paraeducator in Title I building requires 48 college credit hours or equivalent.
• KS required training: Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and First Aid/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Adapt activities for all students to participate in classroom activities.
• Collect and record instructional and behavioral data.
• Assist with personal care and medical procedures as directed by nursing staff.
• Support teachers in implementing IEP objectives and behavior plans.
• Respond calmly to crisis situations following SCM procedures.

Skills

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Data collection

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

48 college credit hours (Title I)

Tools

Safe Crisis Management (SCM) training

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Lawrence Unified School District is seeking a Paraeducator for SPED Specialized Classroom in Lawrence, Kansas. Positions may be filled as full-time or part-time with a .5–1.0 FTE, 4.0–8.0 hours per day, and 186 days per year. Location is TBD under USD 497.

The role supports high-quality instruction, behavior intervention, and daily care for students with extensive needs, working with teachers and service providers to deliver individualized supports and ensure safety.