SPED Instructional Paraeducator — Inclusive Classrooms

USD247-Southeast High School, Cherokee, KS; Kansas; On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

USD247 Southeast High School in Cherokee, KS seeks an Instructional Paraeducator to assist in supervising and supporting students with special needs in general and resource education settings. The role requires implementing instruction plans, monitoring behavior and reporting progress under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher.

Responsibilities include classroom assistance, student engagement, personal care support, and participation in ongoing trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 48 college hours or qualifying Master Teacher Online Exam within 90 days of employment.
• 20 hours per year of in-service training required.
• Non-exempt, at-will position with district policies.

Responsibilities

• Adapts and provides accommodations of classroom activities and materials under teacher direction.
• Aids students in and out of classroom to support participation and social growth.
• Assists students with personal care needs to enable participation in the general education environment.
• Participates in trainings to stay current on education strategies and incident de‑escalation techniques.
• Collaborates with staff to provide support and information related to student progress per IEP.

Skills

Accommodations for students

Classroom assistance

Interpersonal collaboration

Behavior management

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college hours or Master Teacher Online Exam

20 hours per year in-service training

Job description

USD247 Southeast High School in Cherokee, KS seeks an Instructional Paraeducator to assist in supervising and supporting students with special needs in general and resource education settings. The role requires implementing instruction plans, monitoring behavior and reporting progress under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher.

Responsibilities include classroom assistance, student engagement, personal care support, and participation in ongoing trainings.