USD 506 Labette County
Job Posting for the 202526 School Year
POSITION TITLE: Para
SCHOOL:Labette County High School
SALARY RANGE: As established by the Board of Education
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
CONTRACT LENGTH: Initial contract shall be for the 202526 school year
POSITION SUMMARY: The paraprofessional assists the instructor in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal social and intellectual development of students. To accomplish these tasks the Classroom ParaProfessional works closely with the staff and administration of USD 506.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Assist in facilitating the personal social and intellectual development of students.
- Assist in establishing a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
- Ensure that all activities conform to district guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with members of the school district and community.
- React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
- Appropriately operate all classroom equipment.
- Support the value of an education.
- Support the philosophy and mission of USD 506.
- Assist in the instruction and supervision of students as directed including but not limited to the following:
- Enhancement
- Remediation
- Tutoring
- Small group instruction
- Whole class (if para is a certified teacher)
- Monitor student progress as directed.
- Grade papers and assist with record keeping as directed.
- Prepare instructional materials and supplies for use as directed.
- Attend staffings and general staff meetings as directed and assist with planning of specific individual instruction.
- Assist in the maintenance and inventory of materials.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
- See that district polices are observed during all activities.
- Keep abreast of new information innovative ideas and techniques.
- Adhere to all district health and safety policies including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
- Other duties as assigned by the Instructor Principal or other Administrative Staff.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
- Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move lift carry pull or push heavy objects or materials.
- Occasional stooping bending and reaching.
- Must work indoors and outdoors yearround.
- Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; Obtained an Associates (or higher) degree; OR be able to demonstrate through a formal State or local academic assessment knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading writing and mathematics.
- Be flexible positive and proactive in the ability to manage multiple assignments.
- The ability to effectively communicate (verbally electronically and in writing) with students faculty administration and parents.
- Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the District Office (after employment offer is made).
- Desire to continue career improvement.
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
It is the policy of Labette County Unified School District No. 506 to follow employment practices which consider only qualifications of the applicant for a position without regard to race color religion age sex disability ancestry or national origin.