Description
POSITION: Paraeducator
LOCATION: Herington school district - Pre-K through high school.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Provide assistance in implementing plans and programs related to academic or functional skill attainment for students with disabilities, observing and documenting student progress and/or behavior, and ensuring the safety and welfare of students. Work days students are attending school (approx. 170 days/yr.)
REQUIREMENTS: Must enjoy working with special needs students! Strong communication and interpersonal skills. In addition to a high school diploma or equavalent, must obtain a passing score on the state paraeducator assessment, or have a minimum of 48 college hours, or have a post-secondary degree. Employment subject to drug screening, physical exam, criminal background check and TB screening.
DUTIES: Provide support to classroom teachers, instruction of students with disabilities and other classroom duties as needed.
PAY: Starting base pay ranges from $10.10 to 11.26/hr
BENEFITS: Full time employees are eligible for BCBS health insurance. KPERS retirement.