Paraeducator - Basehor Intermediate School

The Tonganoxie/Basehor-Linwood Special Education Cooperative is accepting applications for a Special Education Paraeducator  for Basehor Intermediate School for the 2024-2025 school year. The TBLSEC provides special education services to students in both the Basehor-Linwood and Tonganoxie School Districts.

POSITION: Paraeducator

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Complete and pass a background check
• Awareness and acceptance of diversity in children and youth

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree 
• Experience working with children and youth in a school setting

REPORTS TO: Building Principal 

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of licensed/certified staff- all paraeducators perform tasks related to the instruction and supervision of students. A desire and ability to work with students is essential in this position. Assignment- essential duties and responsibilities may change from day to day depending on the needs of the district- building and students. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the special education teacher with the implementation of students’ IEP goals by working with students individually and /or in small groups on specific learning tasks
• Monitor student behavior and assist in maintaining a positive and orderly classroom atmosphere
• Supervise students and provide for their safety in a variety of settings 
• Implement student accommodations and/or modifications 
• Implement positive behavior supports
• Interact with students in a kind and caring manner  
• Provide personal care or assist students with the necessary self-help requirements in areas such as diapering- toileting- catheterization- etc. (Center Based Resource 1- Early Childhood- Structured Learning Classroom)
• Know and follow health- safety and emergency procedures of the district  
• Work as a positive team member  
• Work cooperatively and communicate successfully with teachers- related service providers and building administrators
• Demonstrate a commitment to the education of all children and youth  
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and personnel information  
• Adapt to a variety of working situations and be willing to learn new skills  
• Demonstrate professionalism through conduct- punctuality and minimal absences  
• Willingness to accept and perform other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.

To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For more information about Basehor-Linwood USD 458 and benefits- please go to our website www.usd458.org.

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