Special Education Substitute Para - Part-Time, On-Call

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking on-call substitute paraeducators to support students with a range of needs, including gifted and exceptional education objectives. Positions are on call and may not be filled every day; you will work under the supervision of a certified teacher or administrator.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, supporting student objectives, and helping with daily classroom operations while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use computers and basic software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good organizational skills and reliability.
• Must complete Substitute Orientation.
• Adaptability to various classroom situations and instructions.
• Fundamental understanding of special education students.
• Ability to lift.
• Must be in good health.
• Adaptability to a variety of situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with daily instruction and support student learning.
• Help students achieve individual objectives and participate in activities.
• Assist students to and from the school building and classrooms.
• Provide care in activities such as dressing, feeding, toileting, and grooming as needed.
• Assist in restraining students as directed by staff and safety protocols.
• Tutor students individually or in groups to reinforce learning.
• Monitor the classroom when the teacher is occupied.
• Perform clerical tasks as needed.

Skills

Computers

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Ability to lift

Good health

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking on-call substitute paraeducators to support students with a range of needs, including gifted and exceptional education objectives. Positions are on call and may not be filled every day; you will work under the supervision of a certified teacher or administrator.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, supporting student objectives, and helping with daily classroom operations while maintaining safety and confidentiality.