Paraprofessional at Early Learning

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Kansas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shawnee Mission, Kansas is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist in an early intervention program for children with special needs. This full-time role involves providing direct support under supervision, assisting with self-care routines, and maintaining classroom organization. The position requires a high school diploma, and prior experience is not necessary, making it a great entry-level opportunity.

Qualifications

• Assist teachers and therapists in supporting children with special needs.
• Provide direct support under supervision to develop various skills.
• Help maintain a well-organized classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in self-care routines including diapering and feeding.
• Prepare classroom materials and organize storage areas.
• Substitute for absent teachers or paraprofessionals as needed.

Skills

Direct support to children

Self-care routine assistance

Classroom organization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Overview

Paraprofessional at Early Learning (Job Number: 25025324)

Details

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Days - 40 hours per week

Location: 9120 W 74TH ST, Shawnee Mission, 66204

The community you’ll be caring for:

At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you\'re more than just a number on a chart. You\'re a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

The role you’ll contribute:

Britain Development is an early intervention program for children from birth through six years of age with special needs. The paraprofessional assists the teachers, therapists, and other team members to support the overall function of the department. The paraprofessional works closely with the staff to support the children in their classroom and therapeutic environments.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Provide direct support to children under the supervision of the ECSE, PT, OT, SLP, MT, and BCBA to assist children to develop maximum cognitive, communication, self-help, social, motor, and sensory processing skills.
• Assist with self-care routines including diapering, feeding, toilet training, and hand washing.
• Assist classroom teachers to prepare materials and equipment, organize the classroom and storage areas.
• Assist with maintaining and ordering of supplies.
• Substitute for teachers and/or paraprofessionals when they are absent.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• No Previous Experience Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One to Two Years of Position-Related Experience
• First Aid Certification
• HeartSaver or BLS CPR certification through American Heart Association

Organization

Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

Primary Location

Primary Location: US-KS-Shawnee Mission

Work Locations

Work Locations: SM LIFE DYNAMICS BLDG 9120 W 75TH ST Shawnee Mission 66204

Operating Unit: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission