Paraprofessional - Early Childhood

Camdentonschools; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Board paid health insurance

Paid sick leave

Retirement program

Job summary

Camdenton R-III School District is seeking an early childhood paraprofessional to join our team. The role supports teachers by managing activities, supervising children aged 3-5, and reinforcing lessons.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, preparing materials, and maintaining a safe, positive learning environment. Essential duties cover monitoring students in classrooms, on playgrounds, during meals, and on field trips.

Qualifications

• 60 hours college credit or completion of the Para-Pro Assessment Test.
• Background checks and screenings required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and assist with personal care as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with play-oriented curriculum and learning centers.
• Supervise children during play, meals, and field trips.
• Help with clothing, toileting, hand washing and maintain a clean environment.
• Support daily routines: attendance, snacks, materials organization, and cleanup.
• Implement behavioral plans and encourage positive social interactions.
• Prepare communication folders, materials, and assist with data collection.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Child engagement

Education

60 hours college credit or Para-Pro

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Camdenton R-III School District

TITLE:Paraprofessional - Early Childhood 26/27

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Camdenton R-III School District is seeking an early childhood paraprofessional to join our team. The ideal candidate will support early childhood teachers by managing classroom activities, supervising children (ages 3-5) during play, meals, and rest, and reinforcing lessons for individuals or small groups. They will be responsible for ensuring safety, assisting with personal care (restroom/hygiene), creating educational materials, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Creating a culture of "Everyone Learning Every Day".

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 60 hours college credit or completion of the Para-Pro Assessment Test
• Pass all background checks and screenings.

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services and Building Principal

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with play-oriented curriculum, sets up learning centers, and reinforces lessons initiated by the teacher.
• Monitors children in the classroom, on the playground, during meals, and on field trips.
• Helps students with clothing, toileting, hand washing, and maintains a clean, disinfected environment (e.g., sanitizing toys/cots).
• Helps with daily routines, such as organizing materials, taking attendance, preparing snacks, and cleaning up.
• Implements behavioral plans, minimizes disruptions, and encourages positive social interactions.
• Prepares communication folders, creates materials, and aids with data collection or progress monitoring.
• Possess patience, compassion, and the ability to connect with young children.
• Ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend, and lift or transfer students.
• Strict adherence to FERPA and privacy regulations regarding student information.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 180.5 days - 8.0 hrs / day (does not include a 30 minute lunch)
• Pay Range: Starting at $17.06 (plus credit for up to 7 years of relevant experience)
• Benefits include Board paid health insurance, paid sick leave, retirement and other.

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