Paraprofessional Level II

• Osage City Elementary School
  Three Lakes Educational Cooperative
  USD 420
• Osage City Elementary School
• Osage City, Kansas This job is also posted in Three Lakes Educational Cooperative
  Job Details
  

Job ID:

5936850

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

TITLE:

Paraprofessional Level II

CLASSIFICATION:

Classified

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma (Minimum)

REPORTS TO

Special Education Teacher, Building Principal, TLEC Administration

JOB GOAL

This position is responsible for assisting a teacher in providing specialized instruction to individuals or small

groups of students with functional and/or behavior challenges.

ESSENTIAL

SKILLS and

ABILITIES

Knowledge of and ability to implement de-escalation techniques

Knowledge of and ability to implement behavior management techniques

Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques

Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedures

Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to handle emotionally charged situations

Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students, and families in a professional manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Skill or ability to learn the delivery and use of online learning programs as needed per school assignment

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.

Administers one-to-one intensive behavior interventions to students.

Actively participates in behavior intervention meetings and professional development

Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes and maintains behavioral charting data.

Monitors, observes, and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures, including progress regarding student performance and behavior.

Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.

Follows health and safety practices and regulations.

Assists students in developing self-help and self-advocacy skills as directed.

Provide instructional support in the area of independent living skills such as cooking, laundry, general personal hygiene, and cleanliness.

Support the implementation of necessary visual supports and modifications to the instructional environment to facilitate student engagement in all settings.

Supports/assists students that are medically fragile or have moderate to significant physical needs.

Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP), as needed.

Directs student group activities as assigned.

Provides assistance with de-escalating student behaviors and reintegration back into the classroom.

Follows cooperative and assigned district policies and procedures.

Completes other duties as assigned.

Term of Employment:

9 month

Salary Range:

Salary and work year to be determined by the TLEC board.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$17.65 Per Hour

Job Requirements