Special Education Paraprofessional - Empower Students

Prairie Elementary School; Haysville (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Elementary School in Haysville, Kansas is seeking a dedicated Para-professional to support students with special needs under the guidance of a teacher and principal. The full-time role offers a $15 per hour rate and an immediate starting date.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and either two years of college (48 hours) or an associate/bachelor’s degree, plus required TB testing. The position emphasizes daily classroom support and IEP-related tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of college (48 hours) or an associate/bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrate knowledge through assessment such as ParaPro or Paraeducator Learning Network within one year from hire.
• Maintain TB testing as required by Health Department regulations.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities and materials under supervising teacher to support objectives.
• Administers tests, homework and make-up work to support teachers.
• Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students with personal hygiene.
• Attends meetings and in-service trainings for information related to job functions.
• Communicates with supervising staff and parents to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Implements behavioral plans under supervision to support learning.
• Maintains instructional materials and records to meet requirements.
• Monitors students to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Provides instructional support to students in various activities to reinforce objectives.

Education

Two years of college (48 hours)

Associate orBachelor's degree

Job description

Prairie Elementary School in Haysville, Kansas is seeking a dedicated Para-professional to support students with special needs under the guidance of a teacher and principal. The full-time role offers a $15 per hour rate and an immediate starting date.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and either two years of college (48 hours) or an associate/bachelor’s degree, plus required TB testing. The position emphasizes daily classroom support and IEP-related tasks.