Special Education Para - High Incidence (0.75 FTE)

Wichita Public Schools; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita Public Schools is seeking a Para Sped High Incidence for the 2026-2027 school year at 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week). The role supports a certificated staff member in delivering instruction and behavioral supports to students with cognitive, communication, and behavioral needs.

The position requires strong teamwork, attention to safety, and the ability to implement IEPs and classroom interventions under supervision. May be assigned to Mayberry Middle School.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Paras must have 48 accredited college credits or pass a state assessment.
• Knowledge of sign language modalities or crisis intervention may be required.
• Ability to communicate clearly, maintain confidentiality and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervises students in class setting as directed by the teacher.
• Assists in managing classroom routines and procedures.
• Assists in the interventions to redirect behavior, assesses crisis situations and intervenes to defuse situations, documents any occurrences, provides feedback to develop positive self-esteem of student.
• Assists the teacher by supervising school activities on or off campus during the instructional day.
• Assists in implementing student behavior plans.
• Assists students to and from assigned areas within the building to facilitate integration efforts.
• Assists with planning and implementation of IEP.
• Maintains confidentiality of student and staff information.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

48 accredited college credits

Job description

Wichita Public Schools is seeking a Para Sped High Incidence for the 2026-2027 school year at 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week). The role supports a certificated staff member in delivering instruction and behavioral supports to students with cognitive, communication, and behavioral needs.

The position requires strong teamwork, attention to safety, and the ability to implement IEPs and classroom interventions under supervision. May be assigned to Mayberry Middle School.