Para Educator

PLATTSMOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Public Schools is seeking para-educator positions with 9-month calendars and potential for full-time or part-time work. Full-time staff are eligible for health/dental benefits, long-term disability, and life insurance. Part-time staff may interview for After School Program opportunities to gain hours and benefits.

Positions are ongoing throughout the school year. All district employees participate in NPERS, with employee contributions matched by the District.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak and read English is essential for the job duties.
• Willingness to work with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with daily activities and classroom tasks.
• Support students with assigned activities, assignments, and behavior expectations.
• Participate in required background checks and employment verifications as part of the selection process.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Contact: [e-mail] for all questions.

Description

You may use Para Positions to view all of the general job descriptions for para positions in the school district.

Job Summary

Positions include 9-month work calendars and may be full-time or part-time. Full-time employees (7-8 hours/day, are eligible for health/dental benefits, long-term disability, and life insurance. A part-time para may also choose to interview with the After School Program (ASP) to have enough hours to become full-time and receive benefits. Para positions are on-going throughout the school year.

All district employees are required to participate in the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System (NPERS), contributions by each employee (set by state law) are matched by the District.

All classified positions receive paid leave based on your work assignment.

Qualifications

Applicants for para-educator positions are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to speak and read English is essential for the job duties of the position.

Working Conditions

Bilingual skills are valued but not required.

Vary by position.

Application Procedure

Selection Procedure

• Position is advertised to in-house employees
• Applications (submitted in full) are reviewed by the hiring administrator
• Pre-screening, phone interviews, or in-person interviews are scheduled based on the position
• The job is offered and the accepting applicant completes a background check and employment verification

Columbus Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Columbus Public Schools makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EOE Policy.

Positions vary and are available at Kramer Preschool, Centennial Elementary, West Park Elementary, North Park Elementary, Emerson Elementary, Lost Creek Elementary, Middle School, High School, Cassette House, and the Non-Traditional Learning and Support Center.

Classified Para Positions Include (but Not Limited To)

• Para-professional - Pre-School
• Para-professional - Regular
• Para-professional - Title I
• Para-professional - Non-Public Schools
• Para-professional - Bilingual Fluent
• Para-professional - English Language Learners
• Para-professional - Special Education
• Para-professional - High Needs Special Education
• Para-professional - Alternative Education
• Para-professional - Cassette House
• Para-professional - Head Start
• Para-professional - Life Skills
• Para-professional - Media Center
• Para-professional - Speech
• Para-professional - Alternative Ed. (Rule 17)
• Para-professional - Reading
• Para-professional - Non-Traditional Learning & Support Center

Principals will review applications and reach out to you by phone or email if they wish to interview you.