Paraeducator Facilitator

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience.
Education:High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
Status: 212 days – benefit eligible
Salary:Classified Salary Schedule__Determined by qualifications and experience
Location: Special Services Cooperative of Wamego #724
Report to: Special Services Cooperative of Wamego #724 Assistant Director of Special Education
FSLA Classification: Non-Exempt

Purpose Statement
The Paraeducator Facilitator will assume para management responsibilities in order to help enhance the use of paraeducators
throughout the Special Services Cooperative of Wamego #724. The individual will interview potential paraeducators and
work as a part of a team to provide new hire training and other forms of professional development throughout the school year.
Additionally- the employee will emphasize the effective and efficient use of paraeducators which will include spending time
in buildings providing support to paraeducators. The Paraeducator Facilitator will establish and maintain a pleasant
environment for staff members- will work as a team member with office personnel and others to promote an atmosphere of
friendliness- efficiency- and competency.
Essential Functions
1. Assist in the recruitment- hiring- and initial training of paraeducators.
2. Coordinate the beginning-of-the-year paraeducator staff development day.
3. Provide post-hire professional development for paraeducators.
4. Assist special education administration in providing professional development.
5. On site coaching for paraeducators.
6. Assist special education teachers in the evaluation of paraeducators.
7. Assist in providing intensive support to marginal paraeducators.
8. Review building level paraeducator needs and assignments.
9. Assist with conducting audits/evaluations concerning the level of paraeducator support needed at the teacher and
building level.
10. Coordinate the use of paraeducators between programs within the building.
11. Assist in the revision of the Paraeducator Handbook
12. Assist with clerical management of paraeducators including timesheet approval- inservice log upkeep- current para
staffing list- etc.
13. Other duties as assigned by special education administrative staff
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the
work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills- Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple- complex- technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to
meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the
job include: computer skills- including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel- preparing and maintaining accurate
records; exercising strong written and oral communication skills; and using pertinent software applications.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math- including calculations using fractions- percentages- and/or ratios;
review and interpret technical information- analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge
based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include learning and managing multiple
database systems.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities- meetings- and/or events; gather- collate- and/or classify data; and use basic-
job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work
with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required
to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes;
and utilize job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating
with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; employing active listening; diffusing confrontations; and working as
part of a team.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision and guidance- and/or coordinating with others. Utilization of
resources from other work units may be required to perform the job`s functions. There is a continual opportunity to
impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job`s functions require the following physical demands: occasional
lifting and carrying up to thirty five (35) pounds- some pushing- and/or pulling- frequent stooping- kneeling- and/or
crouching and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 70% sitting- 20% walking- and 10% standing.
The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. The job is
performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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Wamego USD 320 is a progressive school district committed to working cooperatively with families and community to educate students to be responsible, problem-solving citizens who produce quality work in their individual pursuit of excellence. We accomplish this by offering relevant, academically challenging and diverse learning experiences. We are passionate about kids! Our four schools ensure that we have the best teachers using high impact teaching strategies to engage students in all tiers of learning. We use the latest core curriculum resources to deliver Tier 1 core instruction to ALL students. Our facilities are some of the best in the state and many of our students are competing at the state level in activities and athletics

The Wamego school district serves the needs of approximately 1,675 students in two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Enrollment has increased approximately 13% over the past 10 years. USD 320 is the sponsoring district for the Wamego Special Services Cooperative, which serves the needs of our students as well as those in two neighboring school districts. There are approximately 185 certified staff and 265 classified staff.

Our teachers enjoy many benefits including an attractive salary schedule, a number of fringe benefits, generous sick leave (including a sick leave pool), small class sizes, a teacher mentoring program, and an excellent professional development program. Special incentives for teachers interested in earning their National Board certification are detailed in the district`s negotiated agreement and include a $2,000 annual bonus upon successful completion of the program.

USD 320 Innovative Teaching Techniques & Programs

District-wide implementation of Kansas TASN MTSS, KAGAN Cooperative Learning, and professional learning communities
Advanced Placement courses are offered at the high school
Community Mentoring Program at the high school
Parents as Teachers Program
Extensive vocational programs offered at the middle school and high school
One to One Technology devices for all students

District Highlights

Central Elementary (PreK-2) renovated in 2011
West Elementary (3-5) renovated in 2005
Wamego Middle School renovated in 2018 (including a new Science wing)
Wamego High School renovated in 2005
Health & Performance Center added in 2019
Sports Complex with turf field, new track, press box, medical center, and new locker rooms added in 2019
Technology Center
Educational partnership with Highland Community College & Manhattan Area Technical College, providing concurrent college credit courses during the school day
State-of-the-Art District Kitchen added in 2018
Kansas Honor Flight

The Wamego Teachers Association actively works with the USD 320 Board of Education to help create working conditions that benefit our students, teachers, and the school district in general. A strong, positive relationship has been developed through years of honest and empathetic dialogue used in the Interest Based Bargaining process.

Located at the intersection of Kansas Highway 99 and US Highway 24, just 13 miles east of Manhattan and 40 miles west of Topeka, Wamego offers friendly small town living with quick access to city convenience. A multitude of recreational options are available in Wamego; Wamego City Park which includes train rides for children, a playground, fishing pond, and public tennis, basketball and pickleball courts; an Aquatic Center with both indoor and outdoor pools as well as a spray park; a recreation complex which includes four baseball/softball diamonds, two soccer fields, six tennis courts, a walking trail, and an active recreation program for youth and adults. The Wamego Country Club has a beautiful 18-hole golf course that serves as the site for the State 4A and 1/2A Cross Country championship meets. The city is also home to the Oz Museum and the Columbian Theater, which provides for numerous theatrical performances throughout the year. Nearby federal reservoirs and state lakes offer excellent opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, as well.

The City of Wamego is well known for its many festivals and celebrations such as Oztoberfest, the Tulip Festival, and Celebrate Freedom, which is a week-long celebration of July 4th with a carnival, parade, Antique Car Show, and the #1 ranked fireworks show in Kansas

For those with fervor for learning, the Wamego Public library offers a multitude of volumes and periodicals, in addition to audio books, videos, microfilm and Internet access. Adult education classes are offered in Wamego through Highland Community College, and nearby at Kansas State, Washburn, and Emporia State Universities. Wamego is immersed in history with sites including Kansasâ€™ only authentic stone Dutch Mill, the Oregon Trail, the home of Walter P. Chrysler, the Oz Museum and the Columbian Theatre. The Columbian Theatre is a unique experience for people in love with the arts. People from all across northeast Kansas come to Wamego to attend the theatre`s productions of plays and musicals.

Citizens of Wamego are well protected and cared for with a city hospital and medical clinic, the Stormont Vail Medical Clinic, city police, fire, and EMS departments. Due to our proximity to Manhattan and Topeka, quality medical specialists are easily accessible at three nearby health care centers, should the need arise.

We encourage you to visit our web site at www.usd320.com for further information about our school district. Complete application instructions may be found under the Human Resources button. We also welcome you to call our district office at 785-456-7643 with any questions you may have.

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05/31/2025

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