Paraprofessional-Cherryvale

Tri County Special Education Coop; Kansas; On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri County Special Education Coop is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional to support students with diverse learning needs under licensed supervision. The role covers classroom and non-classroom assistance, with emphasis on safety, data tracking and daily living supports.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, basic reading/math skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth while maintaining confidentiality and positive interactions with students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Health and inoculation certificate must be on file at the Central Office.
• Meets Highly Qualified status: choose one of the specified pathways.
• Desire to continue career improvement.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and support Tri-County and school district policies.
• Provide basic supports to students in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries with students and staff.
• Assist with data collection and timely reporting of inservice, mileage, and health certificates.
• Adapt activities to individual student needs and implement behavior plans.
• Assist with daily care activities as needed and monitor safety.
• Contribute to a positive working environment and communicate effectively.

Skills

Basic reading and math skills

Verbal and written communication

Data collection and record keeping

Adaptability to change

Diversity awareness

Technology literacy

Team collaboration

Positive classroom environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Health and inoculation certificate on file

Meets Highly Qualified status: Associate's degree or 48 college credits or Master Teacher Test

Job description

The Instructional Paraprofessional assists in the supervision, care and instruction of students with a variety of learning needs under the supervision of a licensed/certified staff member. These services may be delivered in a special education or general education environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Adhere and support the philosophy, mission and policies of Tri-County and the school district
• Follows daily routine given by supervisor
• Punctual

• Provides basic supports to students in and/or outside of the classroom setting
• Demonstrates acceptance of students at their performance level
• Completes basic training for position
• Maintains and turns in job related data, timely (including inservice, mileage, and health certificate)
• Regular attendance

• Maintains student confidentiality
• Demonstrates appropriate boundaries with students, staff, and parents
• Conversations contribute to a positive working environment
• Establishes rapport with students
• Gives positive reinforcement and support to students

• Makes sure classroom and school rules are followed
• Ability to use current software and web-based programs to perform job responsibilities
• Knowledge of basic reading and math skills
• Ability to perform multi-step directions
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

• Ability to collect and record data accurately
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• React to change and handle other tasks as assigned
• Support the value of an education

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects, materials, or students.
• Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to work in a variety of noisy and crowded environments.

• May be exposed to being hit, kicked, or bit by a student.

Other General Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher/therapist for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.
• Implement classroom management plans and individual behavior plans consistently.
• Assist students with daily care activities (toileting, diapering, tube feeding, etc) for the purpose of providing appropriate care and/or developing daily living skills.

• Assist with maintaining a classroom conducive to learning.
• Provide data to supervising teacher/therapist regarding student performance on IEP goals and benchmarks/objectives.
• Document student activities and daily work, as requested.
• Perform record keeping and clerical duties, as assigned.
• Prepare educational/therapeutic materials, as requested.

• Participate in inservice activities to improve job performance and obtain necessary inservice hours.
• Implement academics instruction designed by the teacher/therapist for individuals and small groups.
• Monitors student activities to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
• Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.

• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Obtain advance approval for inservice training, as required.
• Adhere to all district and Interlocal health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Health and inoculation certificate on file at the Central Office.
• Meets Highly Qualified status: 1) hold an Associate's Degree (or higher) from an accredited university or college or 2) complete 48 college credit hours or 3) pass the Master Teacher Test
• Desire to continue career improvement.

Salary

According to Classified Pay Scale and/or starting rate, set by board annually

Length of term

1116 hours, following the school district calendar and student days

Responsible to

Special Education Certified/Licensed Supervisor; Building Principal; Special Education Coordinators; Special Education Administration