Special Education Paraprofessional III - Low Incidence Program

Shawnee Heights USD 450; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Shawnee Heights USD 450 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional III for the Low Incidence program at Shawnee Heights Elementary School. The position supports the licensed teacher, helps create a positive learning environment, and assists with the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.

Schedule is 7 hours per day for 174 days per year. Duties include assisting with classroom activities, data collection, safety procedures, and collaboration with staff and families to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the operation of various office machines and equipment.
• Ability to use personal computer and software.
• Ability to observe and follow all school district policies at all times.
• Ability to react to change and frequent interruptions in a productive and positive manner, meeting deadlines as assigned.
• Ability to keep student and personnel information confidential.
• Must verify good health by passing a physical examination, including TB and drug test as required.

Responsibilities

• Ability to prepare for classroom activities under the supervision of a licensed teacher.
• Ability to assist students in schoolwork without giving them answers or enabling them to rely on adult help.
• Ability to work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Ability to assist students to become more independent.
• Ability to assist individual students in need of special education.
• Ability to provide behavioral support in the classroom.
• Ability to perform clerical duties as required.
• Ability to assist with the physical needs of students.
• Ability to guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher.
• Ability to assist teacher with non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack, toilet, and clothing routines.
• Ability to assist with reading and storytelling.
• Ability to assist in drill work.
• Ability to respond to information requests in a cooperative, courteous, and timely manner.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Data collection

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer & Software

Job description

Shawnee Heights USD 450 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional III for the Low Incidence program at Shawnee Heights Elementary School. The position supports the licensed teacher, helps create a positive learning environment, and assists with the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.

Schedule is 7 hours per day for 174 days per year. Duties include assisting with classroom activities, data collection, safety procedures, and collaboration with staff and families to