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Maize USD 266

Paraeducator

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$33,155 / year median in Kansas

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Do you want to make a difference in the life of a student? Our school is seeking caring, consistent, adults to join our paraeducator team. Paraeducators work closely with teachers to provide extra support to students. Instructional Paras are partnered with a general education teacher to support activities within the classroom. They may assist with small groups, general supervision throughout the day, and act as an extension of the licensed teacher. Perks of Working for Maize School schedule
  • paras work when students are in session along with a couple of additional days Holidays off
  • enjoy a week at Thanksgiving, two weeks around Christmas, and Spring Break Paid Leave
  • 12 sick days and 4 personal days a year Benefits
  • working more than 25 hours per week makes you eligible for subsidized health benefits along with a variety of other benefits Retirement
  • employees working more than 630 hours a year participate in the KPERS retirement plan Successful Candidates Pass a background check Have a current TB test Possess a high school diploma or equivalent Are strong team players Possess basic computer and math skills Must enjoy a fast pace environment Can spend 80% of their day standing and 20% walking
  • Time is spent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using finger dexterity Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality