Kindergarten Paraprofessional & Classroom Support

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools is seeking a Kindergarten Paraprofessional to support instructional staff and assist with reading, writing, and math for students. The role involves daily interaction with children, teamwork with teachers, and active participation in classroom activities.

The position requires an Associate's degree or 48 semester hours (or 72 quarter hours) or demonstrated competency, good health, dependable attendance, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours or demonstrated proficiency in assisting reading, writing and math.
• Evidence of good health.
• Dependable with good attendance.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work with and meet individual needs of children as directed by professional staff.
• Work as a team member.
• Work under specialist's/teacher's direction.
• Be actively engaged in learning experiences with students.
• Be able to be on the floor and actively interacting with children.
• Perform routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Active involvement with students

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's degree / 48 sem hours / 72 quarter hours / competency test

Job description

Omaha Public Schools is seeking a Kindergarten Paraprofessional to support instructional staff and assist with reading, writing, and math for students. The role involves daily interaction with children, teamwork with teachers, and active participation in classroom activities.

The position requires an Associate's degree or 48 semester hours (or 72 quarter hours) or demonstrated competency, good health, dependable attendance, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.