Paraeducator - Behavior Support (MHS)

Maize USD 266; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Maize USD 266 is seeking a caring paraeducator to join the PBS-focused team, supporting teachers and students requiring behavioral support. The role emphasizes de-escalation and consistent presence in classrooms with training provided.

You will collaborate with staff to implement behavior strategies, monitor progress, and assist in creating a positive learning environment for diverse students at the Maize school site.

Qualifications

• Pass a background check
• Have a current TB test
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Are strong team players
• Possess basic computer and math skills
• Must enjoy a fast pace environment
• Can spend 80% of their day standing and 20% walking
• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality

Responsibilities

• Paraeducators work closely with teachers to provide extra support to students.
• PBS paraeducator works with students whose behavior impacts their ability to learn to a significant degree.

Skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Attendance & punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13657620

Do you want to make a difference in the life of a student? Our school is seeking caring, consistent, adults to join our paraeducator team.

Paraeducators work closely with teachers to provide extra support to students.

The ****Positive Behavior Support (PBS)**** paraeducator works with students whose behavior impacts their ability to learn to a significant degree. The goal of the PBS staff is to help the student learn behavioral control strategies that will allow them to participate with their peers as much as possible. The younger the student the more they tend to outwardly display behaviors such as yelling/screaming, putting head down and not responding or even physical aggression. Non-violent crisis intervention training is provided to all staff supporting students in these classrooms. This training focuses on de-escalation and emo

****Successful Candidates****

• ****Pass a background check****
• ****Have a current TB test****
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Are strong team players
• Possess basic computer and math skills
• Must enjoy a fast pace environment
• Can spend 80% of their day standing and 20% walking Time is spent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using finger dexterity
• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality