Paraeducator - FAA (MSHS)

Maize USD 266; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave: 12 sick days and 4 personal days

Eligible for health benefits

Participation in KPERS retirement plan

Job summary

Maize USD 266 is looking for caring paraeducators to support students in the Functional Applied Academics classroom. Responsibilities include assisting students with disabilities and providing necessary accommodations.

The role offers benefits such as a school schedule, holidays off, and opportunities for health benefits and retirement participation. The starting pay is $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check.
• Current TB test required.
• Ability to enjoy a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in the FAA classroom with disabilities.
• Provide academic accommodations and social support.
• Help with toileting and physical support as needed.

Skills

Team player

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credits or associate degree

Job description

Our school is seeking caring, consistent adults to join our paraeducator team. Paraeducators work closely with teachers to provide extra support to students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in the Functional Applied Academics (FAA) classroom who have a variety of disabilities.
• Provide academic accommodations and social, emotional, or physical support as needed.
• Assist with toileting for younger students; older students may still require some assistance.

Benefits

• School schedule – work during regular school hours.
• Holidays off: week at Thanksgiving, two weeks around Christmas, and Spring Break.
• Paid leave: 12 sick days and 4 personal days per year.
• Eligible for subsidized health benefits after 25 hours per week.
• Retirement: participate in the KPERS retirement plan after 630 hours per year.
• Start pay $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Pass a background check.
• Have a current TB test.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Complete 48 college credits or have an associate degree or pass a state‑approved assessment.
• Strong team player.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Enjoy a fast‑paced environment.
• Can spend 80% of the day standing and 20% walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or using finger dexterity.
• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality.