Pre-K Instructional Aide
Job in
McPherson, McPherson County, Kansas, 67460, USA
Listing for:
Mcpherson-Usd-418
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-06-24
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
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Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Pre-K Instructional Aide 2026/2027
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
- 1 st 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. The role prepares children socially, cognitively, physically, and emotionally for school experiences; keeps children safe in the learning environment.
Essential Functions
Understands the HS components, classroom routines, and contributes to the instruction of students.Follows directions of the supervising teacher and the education coordinator.Takes initiative to become involved in daily classroom activities.Acts as a team member in planning, preparation, cleanup and classroom activities.Assists children in toileting (may include diapering children).Assures the safety of all children and staff.Helps in basic preparation of meals and cleanup after meals.Completes records accurately and in a timely fashion.Engages students to support classroom curriculum, health, behavior management, and individualization.Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.Interacts in a positive manner with all students, while promoting positive self-concept and demonstrates sensitivity in relating to students.Understands and maintains confidentiality.Completes pre-service, and in-service requirements and reports in a timely fashion.Cleans and sanitizes areas of the classroom to provide a healthy, organized and comfortable environment.Assists students (may require lifting up to 50 lbs.).Substitutes as the bus monitor position when necessary.Takes anecdotal notes and collects assessment data when necessary.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.
Position Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA
Approved
August 2006
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