Secondary One-on-One Paraprofessional (Part-Time)

Kansas School for the Deaf • www.ksdeaf.org/

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POSITION TITLE: Secondary One-on-One Paraprofessional (Part-Time)
SALARY: Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon qualifications and experience.
EMPLOYMENT DATE: Immediate; Open until filled
SCHEDULE: Monday Friday, 7:30 am 11:15 am; this position may require attendance at meetings and/or special events outside of normal working hours
JOB DESCRIPTION: (Detailed Position Description provided upon request)
The role of the part-time Secondary One-on-One Paraprofessional is to provide instructional support to
Secondary student(s). This role works closely with the classroom teacher.
Instructional Assistance:
Assists students on an individual and small group basis as directed by the teacher, which may include, but is not limited to:
- Giving instruction to students clearly and understandably
- Providing student(s) with appropriate feedback and reinforcement
- Storytelling
- Locating appropriate materials for use by the student
- Implementing lessons prepared by a teacher
Administrative Duties/Preparation of Materials:
Assists teacher with preparation of instructional materials and with recordkeeping, which may include, but is not limited to:
- Preparing special materials as directed by the teacher
- Checking and scoring student work
- Operating audio-visual equipment
- Making copies
Communication:
Maintains effective and professional communication with students, teacher(s), parent(s)/legal guardian(s), and other staff members, which may include, but is not limited to:
- Providing instruction and assistance to students in a manner clearly understood by the student, including the use of use appropriate ASL/English communication skills
- Communicating student progress and special circumstances or situations with the teacher in a timely manner
- Using appropriate, professional terms when discussing students, their strengths and areas of concern or opportunities for growth
- Maintaining confidentiality per the employee handbook and all applicable local, state, and federal laws
Supervision and Student Management:
Assists teacher/students in adherence to established behavioral guidelines, which may include, but is not limited to:
- Supporting the classroom behavioral management program in an acceptable manner
- Supervising an individual student and/or groups of students
- Providing students with positive reinforcement
- Notifying and supporting the teacher regarding student disciplinary action
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.). Fluency in manual communication; ability to understand and use ASL and English in appropriate modes (ASL and English skills will be assessed); ability to make oral/signed and written reports; knowledge of basic human physiological needs; ability to apply principles of learning theories and child development; ability to make
proper responses to safety/health concerns; ability to use behavior management techniques; ability to listen to and be empathetic to children and youth; ability to be a positive role model.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All offers of employment from Kansas School for the Deaf (KSD) are contingent upon background check results and any applicable workplace references. Background checks are completed via the KS Bureau of Investigation, Backgrounds Plus consents, Kansas Department of Children and Family Services, and Dru Sjodin National Sexual Offender Registry. KSD may contact previous employers for workplace
references. Within 30 days of employment, a tuberculosis test (and any applicable treatment), as well as health certificate must be completed by a medical provider at the cost of the employee.
APPLICATION: Open Until Filled. For consideration, request an official KSD application or go to our website at
www.ksdeaf.org/Employment and apply for KSDs review; copies of all college transcripts and licenses will be required.
CONTACT: Human Resource Office
Voice: 913-210-8114
Videophone: 913-324-5850
Fax: 913-791-0557
E-Mail: hr@kssdb.org
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Benefits Information

This is part-time position with no benefits.

Salary Information

Starts at $15.00 an hour

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Job Contact Address

450 E. Park St
Olathe, KS 66061

Job Start Date

August-1-2023

Applications Due By

July-31-2023

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