ParaEducator Sub 2025-2026

McPherson County Special Education Cooperative; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

McPherson County Special Education Cooperative in McPherson, Kansas seeks a Paraeducator to support special and general education instructors in a dynamic classroom community.

The role involves assisting with instruction, implementing individualized plans, and promoting student safety and engagement. Requires a high school diploma or GED, KBI background check, and drug/health screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Criminal history check by Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
• Drug and health screening required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in implementing IEP goals and instructional activities.
• Support positive behavior management and student engagement.
• Assist with daily classroom routines and transitions.
• Provide classroom supervision and safety during activities and field trips.
• Document student progress and communicate with supervising teacher.
• Attend required professional development and meetings.

Skills

Record keeping

Safety practices

Assisting with therapies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MANDT training

Job description

McPherson USD 418 McPherson County Special Education Cooperative - McPherson, Kansas Open in Google Maps

ParaEducator Sub 2026-2027

McPherson USD 418 McPherson County Special Education Cooperative - McPherson, Kansas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in McPherson USD 418

Job Details

Job ID: 4926489
Application Deadline: May 29, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Apr 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Paraeducator

Hourly Rate:McCSEC Classified Staff Placement Scale

Shift: Varies

Benefit Package: According to district classified employee policies.

Duration of Work Agreement: Apx. 177 days

Reports to: Supervising Teacher

Purpose Statement

The purpose of the Paraeducator position is to assist the special education and general education instructors in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. To accomplish these tasks, the paraprofessional works closely with the assigned staff and building administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Criminal history records from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation
• Pass a drug & health screen

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Support the philosophy of the classroom, including the daily routines, and contribute to the instruction of students.
• Follow directions of the supervising teacher & take initiative to assist when needed.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with others.
• Promote positive self-concept and demonstrate sensitivity in relating to students.
• Understand and follow procedures of the local education agency concerning special education as they pertain to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor student progress, including the administration of appropriate assessments, to support the data collection process.
• Use appropriate behavior management techniques to maintain a positive climate for learning.
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluate feedback.
• Demonstrate flexibility in the educational environment by completing daily duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
• Demonstrate the ability to physically transfer students, once trained in proper techniques of up to 50 lbs., to support student safety.
• Implement, under the supervision of the supervising teacher, individualized instructional programs, including the support of proper hygiene (e.g. changing, dressing, assisting with feeding, assisting with toileting), for the purpose of reinforcing learning concepts.
• Provide support during community activities including, but not limited to the following: swimming, bowling, grocery shopping, job coaching, and field trips that may require extensive walking, for the purpose of supporting the educational opportunities for students.
• Complete professional development requirements and reports in a timely fashion.
• Comply with the assigned district’s policies, rules, and regulations to include maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain MANDT training certification (if applicable to position) for the purpose of supporting student safety in the learning environment.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the educational team.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices; and safe and effective performance of hands‑on physical therapy interventions.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactor