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Pre-K Instructional Aide 2026/2027

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Any Elementary School

McPherson, KS (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/21/2026

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Job Description

Pre-K Instructional Aide 2026/2027 McPherson USD 418 Any Elementary School - McPherson, Kansas This job is also posted in McPherson USD 418 Job Details
Job ID:
5789660
Application Deadline:
Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description We are hiring for Early Childhood Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant in McPherson USD 418 for the 2026/2027 School Year.
Qualifications:
Preferred EC, AA or CDA, must have High School Diploma Completed KBI criminal background check Pre-employment Physical Exam with TB skin test 1st Aid / CPR training Reports to: Supervising Teacher and Education Coordinator
Job Description:
Provide instructional support in a high quality preschool program for children, ages 3-5, through teaching comprehensive skills. To prepare the children socially, cognitively, physically, and emotionally for school experiences; keep children safe in the learning environment.
Essential Functions:
1. Understands the HS components, classroom routines, and contributes to the instruction of students. 2. Follows directions of the supervising teacher and the education coordinator. 3. Takes initiative to become involved in daily classroom activities. 4. Acts as a team member in planning, preparation, cleanup and classroom activities. 5. Assists children in toileting (may include diapering children). 6. Assures the safety of all children and staff. 7. Helps in basic preparation of meals and cleanup after meals 8. Completes records accurately and in a timely fashion. 9. Engages students to support classroom curriculum, health, behavior management, and individualization. 10. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills. 11. Interacts in a positive manner with all students, while promoting positive self-concept and demonstrates sensitivity in relating to students. 12. Understands and maintains confidentiality. 13. Completes pre-service, and in-service requirements and reports in a timely fashion. 14. Cleans and sanitizes areas of the classroom to provide a healthy, organized and comfortable environment. 15. Assists students (may require lifting up to 50 lbs.). 16. Substitutes as the bus monitor position when necessary. 17. Takes anecdotal notes and collects assessment data when necessary. 18. Other duties as assigned.
Terms of Employment:
Contract for approximately eight hours per day, five days per week, and 176 days. Salary and benefits in accordance with USD 418 negotiated agreement / classified salary schedule. Calendar as determined by the HS Director.
Evaluation:
HS employees are evaluated yearly.
Approved:
August 2006
Position Type:
Full-Time