USD 506 Labette County
Job Posting for the 2024-25 School Year
POSITION TITLE: Title I Para
SCHOOL: Bartlett Grade School
SALARY RANGE: As established by the Board of Education
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
CONTRACT LENGTH: Initial contract shall be for the 2024-25 school year
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 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 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.
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.