Teacher Assistant - at Lawrence Gardner HS in Topeka KS

Lawrence-Gardner High School (LGHS), a Kansas accredited high school on the campus of the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex (KJCC), located in Topeka, Kansas, has the following vacancy: Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional

Teachers and staff work with students from all across Kansas who are temporary residents of KJCC to earn a high school diploma or their GED. 

Why LGHS? 

Year-around employment with monthly pay and attractive benefits 

225-day contract with numerous school and holiday breaks, similar to traditional school calendars 

The school day ends at 3:30 pm – Monday-Friday  

Class sizes between 8-12 students 

Online curriculum; online assignments 

No after-school events or activities 

Safe environment; student discipline managed by KJCC 

Experienced, professional staff 

Salary based on education & experience w/ minimum salary: $36,000

Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance 

KPERS (state) retirement plan 

Smoky Hill Education Service Center is an EEO employer. 

Qualifications for Available Positions: 

Ability to work well with students of all abilities and backgrounds 

Proficiency in using technology as an educational tool; training available 

Ability to work well as part of a team in a rewarding & exciting environment. 

Questions? Contact LGHS @ 785-746-7266 

Apply online at: 

 https://www.smokyhill.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/About%20Us%7CEmployment%20Opportunities 

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: 

Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous 

People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects 

Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction 

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