Specialized Paraeducator: Medically Fragile Student Support

Young World Physical Education; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 19,975 - 20,526; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Pittsburg, KS, is looking for a Low Incidence Paraeducator to assist students with various needs in a supportive classroom environment. This full-time role involves implementing individual education plans and providing therapeutic services under the guidance of certified staff.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience is desired, and skills in behavior management techniques. This position offers a starting hourly wage of $14.50 to $14.90.

Qualifications

• Job related experience is desired.
• 48 college hours or qualifying score must be obtained within first 90 days.
• 20 hours per year of in-service training required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervision and instruction of students with disabilities.
• Implement individualized education plans.
• Monitor student behavior and provide behavioral interventions.

Skills

Ability to communicate with diverse groups

Adhering to safety practices

Conflict resolution

Behavior management techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college hours or qualifying score on Master Teacher Exam

Job description

USD #250 Meadowlark Elementary - Low Incidence Paraeducator

SEK Interlocal #637 SPED USD250-Meadowlark Elem, Pittsburg, KS - Pittsburg, Kansas Open in Google Maps

USD #250 Meadowlark Elementary - Low Incidence Paraeducator

SEK Interlocal #637 SPED USD250-Meadowlark Elem, Pittsburg, KS - Pittsburg, Kansas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in SEK Interlocal #637 SPED

Job Details

Job ID: 5738864
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Purpose:

The job of the Specialized Self-Contained Classroom Paraeducator was established for the purposes of assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students with significant disabilities in an intensive self-contained classroom in an SEK Interlocal shared program ; assisting in implementing plans for health, safety, social/emotional, and academic skills to meet functional and basic needs; providing behavioral interventions; providing information to appropriate school personnel; all under the direct supervision of a certified special education teacher.

The job of the Special Day School Paraeducator was established for the purposes of assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students with severe social, emotional, and behavioral disabilities in the special day school setting. This position assists in implementing individualized education plans for social/emotional, safety, health, and academic skills to meet the functional and basic needs; implementing behavioral interventions plans, monitoring student behavior, data collection and reporting, providing information to appropriate school personnel, all under the direct supervision of the special education teacher.

Responsible to: Special Education Teacher; District Administration; SEK 637 Administration.

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Education/Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must have 48 college hours or qualifying score on Master Teacher Online Exam within the first 90 days of employment, and 20 hours per year of in-service training are required. All para educators positions are considered non-exempt, at will positions.

Clearances: (Required upon offer of/and acceptance of employment)

• Criminal Background check
• Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in Central Office

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Wages: Based on hourly rate, number of days worked, and completion of required trainings (9-month school calendar)

Additional Trainings: Upon offer of employment, specialized training such as CPI, CPR, behavior management, and other trainings as required based on student needs.

Essential Functions:

• Assists students on a daily basis with medical and/or nursing designated procedures (e.g. tube feeding, tracheotomy suctioning, toileting, brief changing, seizure protocol, etc.) as well as addressing personal care needs (e.g. hand washing, nutritional, etc.) and for the purpose of providing appropriate care for medically fragile students.
• Implements behavioral plans daily for students as designed by the IEP team for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students’ needs and providing a consistent environment under the direction of certified staff.
• Assist students daily with challenging and/or aggressive behaviors.
• Ability to maintain composure and self-regulate in stressful situations when student behavior escalates and/or becomes aggressive.
• Implements education and behavioral programming daily under the supervision of the classroom certified staff for the purpose of developing new skills for students.
• Directly instructs students in a variety of activities in individual and group settings (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc) for the purpose of meeting IEP goals under the direction of certified staff.
• Directly assists students throughout the entirety of their school day within a variety of school environments and/or community environments (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, fire drills, assemblies, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive environment conducive to learning.
• Adapts and provides accommodations of classroom activities; assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing an opportunity for special education students to actively participate in classroom activities.
• Aids students in and out of classroom (e.g. packing backpacks, note taking, relationship building, field trips, social skills, etc.) for the purpose of providing assistance to students’ needs for functional and social growth.
• Participates in trainings opportunities (e.g. CPR, education strategies, specific disability education, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring information for the appropriate care for medically fragile students.
• Collaborates with staff for the purpose of providing necessary support and information related to the student’s progress as established in the Individual Education Plan.
• Maintains instructional materials and data sheets for the purpose of ensuring availability of instructional materials and/or providing reliable information regarding student progress under the direction of certified staff.
• Assist in establishing a positive learning environment, and respond to the individual needs of students.
• The ability to work cooperatively and demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with other paras, professionals, community agencies, and other groups.
• Assist in safeguarding confidential information, and observing confidentiality requirements.
• Use of appropriate behavior management techniques to maintain a positive climate for learning.
• Faithful, daily attendance and adherence to work schedules, including assisting students through meal times.
• Observe all district and interlocal policies during activities.
• Restrict cell phone usage to break and lunch times.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the educational team.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices, operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and using district approved crisis intervention techniques.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/behavior; and safe handling of blood-borne pathogens and crisis de-escalation techniques.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, collect data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions, and the ability to take constructive criticism.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions frequently require the following physical demands: walking, sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and fine finger dexterity. This position may also require some travel, the ability to work indoors/outdoors year around, as well as the ability to work in noisy, stressful, and crowded environments.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $14.50 to $14.90 Per Hour

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