SALARY RANGE: As established by the Board of Education

RESPONSIBLE TO: Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY: The para-professional 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 Para-Professional works closely with the staff and administration of Altamont Grade School.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

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 year-round.
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; Obtained an Associate’s (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.

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.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The school district of Labette County USD 506 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity or expression), age, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries or complaints regarding nondiscrimination policies, including requests for accommodations or access to district buildings and programs.

Complaints in regard to Discrimination:

Discrimination against any student or employees on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity or expression), age, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.  The superintendent of Schools, PO Box 189, Altamont, Kansas 67330-0188, 620-784-5326, has been designated to coordinate compliance with nondiscrimination requirements contained in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disability Act of 1990.  Superintendent of Schools, 401 S. High School Street, PO Box 189, Altamont, KS 67330, 620-724-6280 (telecommunications device for the deaf), 620-328-3121 (speech impaired).  jwyrick@usd506.org