Paraprofessional 1 - SLC- Emerson

Emerson Elementary; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) Emerson Elementary seeks a Paraprofessional 1 to assist the Lead Teacher in the supervision, care and instruction of students with special needs within regular or self-contained classrooms.

Role includes assisting with instruction, implementing IEP plans, monitoring behavior, and supporting in diverse school environments. Requires a high school diploma/GED and relevant coursework or degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education or
• Obtain an associate’s degree or higher.

Responsibilities

• Adapt activities and materials under lead teacher guidance.
• Administer tests and assist with assignments in general and special ed.
• Assist medically fragile or physically disabled students with hygiene.
• Communicate with staff and parents regarding progress and IEP objectives.
• Support behavior plans and reinforce learning concepts per IEP.
• Follow lesson plans and manage instructional materials.
• Monitor students in various environments to maintain a safe learning space.
• Provide instruction in individual and group activities under supervision.
• Attend trainings and meetings for job competence and safety.

Skills

Student support

IEP implementation

Communication with staff/parents

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college hours

Associate degree or higher

Tools

ParaPro assessment

Job description

Paraprofessional 1 - SLC- Emerson

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Job Details

Job ID: 5907732

Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Paraprofessional 1

LOCATION: Emerson

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 20,000 students, and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest-rated high school in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.

With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas, and our student population is approximately 58% Hispanic, 22% African American, 8% White, 7% Asian, and 4% Pacific Islander. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees, including more than 1,800 teachers.

JOB GOAL:

The job of Paraprofessional 1 is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for assisting the Lead Teacher in the supervision, care and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising/lead teacher for the purpose of supporting students in a variety of school environments to include content area subjects.
• Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting lead teachers in the general education and special education classrooms.
• Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students for the purpose of maintaining student’s personal hygiene.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and/or parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives under the direction of the lead teacher.
• Implements under the supervision of assigned lead teacher, behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions (e.g. supportive disciplinary role, reinforces student performance, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Implements and adheres to lesson plans created by the general education and special education teachers for the assigned students.
• Maintains instructional materials for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and or meeting mandated requirements.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. general education classrooms, special education classrooms, assemblies, job interviews, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Provides under the supervision of lead teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. pre/posttests, constructs materials, checks/scores student work, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring student success in school.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• May administer immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning for the work unit.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a high school diploma or a GED certificate and
• Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education OR
• Obtain an associate’s (or higher) degree OR

Pass a State approved assessment. Approved assessments include: Workkeys, ParaPro, or Para Educator (If you do not have a State approved assessment,KCKPS will offer one credential assessment testto candidates recommended for hire)

Job related experience preferred.

COMMUNICATION/ORGANIZATION:Maintains communication with school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students. Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.Performs other related work as required.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, general curriculum and learning theories, correspondence, and protocols. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, students, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. Is directly responsible for students’ safety, work output and well-being.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 186 Days

SALARY: Level 7

Classified Salary Schedule:

https://www.kckschools.org/hr/classified-salary-schedule-work-page

FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non-exempt

REPORT TO: Principal

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy

Applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date for this position.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPSis an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

For more information regardingTitleIXplease contact:

District Compliance Coordinator

2010 N. 59thStreet

Kansas City, KS 66104

913-279-2262

[e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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