Paraprofessional-Tri-County Education Center

Tri-County Education Center; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-County Education Center in Independence, Kansas, seeks an Instructional Paraprofessional to assist with supervision, care and instruction of students with diverse learning needs under licensed staff guidance.

Responsibilities include supporting classroom routines, maintaining data, and ensuring confidentiality, with focus on effective communication and positive student rapport.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Options for Highly Qualified status: Associate’s Degree (or higher) or 48 college credit hours or pass the Master Teacher Test.
• Health and inoculation certificate on file at Central Office must be on record.

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 (inservice, mileage, 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.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree (or higher) or 48 college credit hours or Master Teacher Test

Health and inoculation certificate on file at Central Office

Job description

Paraprofessional - Tri-County Education Center

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Job Details

Job ID: 5690254

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 4, 2026

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.45 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Emily McCambridge , Director
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]