Paraprofessional 2 - Autism/STEPs-Washington

KCK; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is looking for a Paraprofessional 2 to support instructional programs for students with special needs, under the Lead Teacher’s supervision.

The role involves adapting activities, assisting in lesson plans, supporting in regular or self-contained classrooms, and monitoring student behavior during non-class time.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and complete 48 college hours or hold an associate degree; a state-approved assessment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education.
• Obtain an associate’s (or higher) degree.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and materials under supervision to support students in various environments.
• Administers tests and assignments to support lead teachers in the special education classroom.
• Assist special education teachers with lesson plan creation for assigned students.
• Assist medically fragile or physically disabled students with personal hygiene.
• Communicate with staff and parents to evaluate progress and IE(P) objectives.
• Implement lesson plans created with the special education teacher.
• Implement behavioral plans designed by IEP teams to reinforce learning.
• Maintain instructional materials to ensure availability and compliance.
• Monitor students during various school activities to ensure safety.
• Provide instruction in individual and group activities to reinforce objectives and ensure success.
• Attend meetings and in-service training to stay informed on job functions.
• May administer first aid as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 hours at an institution of higher education

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

TITLE: Paraprofessional 2

LOCATION: Washington

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 2 is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned specialized 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 special education classroom (e.g. life skills, autism, BSC specialized classrooms, etc.).
• Assist special education teacher with creating lesson plans for assigned specialized classroom students.
• 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 and adheres to lesson plans created in coordination with the special education teacher for the assigned students.
• 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.
• 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. special education specialized 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 certificateand
• Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher educationOR
• Obtain an associate’s (or higher) degreeOR

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 9

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 regarding TitleIX please contact:

District Compliance Coordinator

2010 N. 59th Street

Kansas City, KS 66104

913-279-2262

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