Special Education Paraprofessional__ Special Purpose School, Parsons State Hospital

Greenbush - The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for a Special Education Paraprofessional at Special Purpose School, Parsons State Hospital.

Anticipated Start Date: 09/03/2024. Position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. Must have legal ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Job Summary: The Paraprofessional/Administrative assistant is responsible for providing instruction and support to Alternative day school students. The Paraprofessional/Assistant aids teachers in data collection and record-keeping to ensure student outcomes are met, as well as compiling reports and other clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

A valid drivers license is required for employment. REAL ID is required if air travel is necessary to complete job duties.

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Must be able to change schedule and daily routines on short notice.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

1. Must have proficient technology skills commonly found in classroom environments.
2. Must be in good standing with partnering district(s) where the program is located.

Preferred:

1. Post-secondary degree and/or relevant certification/licensure.
2. Experience in special education, behavior management, and data collection.
3. Effectively communicate solutions to complex problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

1. Reviews, reinforces, and remediates skills previously addressed by a classroom teacher in individual or small group settings for the purpose of facilitating student achievement.
2. Demonstrates knowledge of core curriculum for the purpose of effectively assisting in facilitating student achievement.
3. Reinforces and supports student academic and behavioral plans as designed by the certified teacher for the purpose of developing students basic social/interpersonal/academic skills.
4. Facilitate student social integration and increase independence in school.
5. Assists classroom teachers with the preparation of instructional materials.
6. Provides instruction to students utilizing a variety of individual and small group activities under the direction of a teacher or professional staff
7. Responds to emergencies.
8. Monitors individuals and/or groups of students in a variety of settings.
9. Understands and utilizes educational technologies.
10. Performs record-keeping and clerical functions for the purpose of supporting the teacher, assigned certified staff, and/or administrative personnel.

General Responsibilities:

1. Maintain timely documentation.
2. Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the Southeast Kansas Education Service Center (SEKESC).
3. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
5. Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
6. Maintain professional relationships with families.
7. Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
8. Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
9. Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
10. Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
11. Regular and predictive attendance in the designated work location as determined by the Executive Director designee.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Lifting up to 40 pounds.
2. Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
3. Sit/stand for long periods.
4. Work in loud/stressful environments.
5. Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
6. Being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
7. Being exposed to hazardous materials.
8. Being exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security and that are not ADA-compliant.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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