Paraeducator (2026-2027 School Year)

• →Will spend a large portion of their time in the classroom
• →Assists students with lessons under direct supervision of the classroom teacher
• →Is genuinely committed to helping children learn - assist students and reinforce concepts for individuals or small groups
• →Works with teachers to modify activities to meet individual student¿s needs
• →Assists teachers in monitoring, collecting data, and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress
• →Assists in the maintenance of learning areas and/or learning centers and instructional materials and use appropriate educational technology and resources
• →Displays patience and understanding while managing children
• →Displays ability to work in demanding situations and still maintain a sense of order
• →Understands and is sensitive to the obstacles facing the children under supervision. Teach self-help, problem solving and/or coping skills
• →Recognizes individual learning styles and become knowledgeable of the characteristics of learners you serve (e.g., cultural background, language proficiency, mobility and family dynamics)
• →Challenges students to fulfill their potential
• →Documents parent contacts and inform appropriate personnel. Many contacts are required for students¿ supplemental services
• →Is an active part of an educational team within the students you serve
• →Demonstrates knowledge of various philosophies and theories of education
• →Demonstrates knowledge and skills in working within a multidisciplinary context

• Be able to work in various weather conditions
• Be able to react immediately to an emergency situation for the safety and welfare of the students and staff, which may include the use of physical restraint technique
• Be able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead
• Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of physical activity
• Be able to see and hear well
• Additional demands upon request of Supervisor
• Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 pounds on a regular basis

• Maintain high level of confidentiality of information regarding students and staff information and issues
• Model appropriate behavior for students
• Develop and maintain a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students, staff, and parents
• Observe and chart student behavior and assist in discipline of student as instructed by the teacher
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize
• Assist with grading, marking papers and checking homework
• Assist students to and from buses and assisting the drivers until departure time
• Assist in the transportation of students
• Assist in caring for student¿s medical needs when under the direct supervision of the school nurse or other appropriate professional
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
• Ability to perform as an effective team player
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company¿s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee¿s supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Paras working in a Title School must have a minimum of 48 accredited college credits verifiable with a transcript or pass a state approved assessment
• Some positions require in-service, training or course work in first aide, symptoms of child abuse, and/or symptoms and signs of illness

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt