Special Programs - Early Childhood Para - Ruth Clark Elementary School

Special Programs Early Childhood Para
- Ruth Clark Elementary School

Haysville Ruth Clark Elementary School
- Wichita, Kansas. Open in Google Maps.

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Job : 5643394

Final date to receive applications: Oct 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Position: PARA-PROFESSIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION

Supervisor: Teacher and Principal

Payment Rate: According to Educational Support Staff Salary Schedule

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following endorsements:
  • Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college hours).
  • Have an associate's or bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrate knowledge through formal assessment (e.g., Para Pro Assessment (former assessment) or The Para educator Learning Network Assessment (current assessment) within one year from date of hire).
• Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after employment offer is made).

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administer tests, homework, make‑up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Assist medically fragile or physically disabled students for the purpose of maintaining students’ personal hygiene.
• Attend meetings and in‑service presentations (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Communicate with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Implement, under the supervision of an assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintain instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of facilitating instruction; recording student information; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Provide, under the supervision of an assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g., academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring students’ success in school.
• Demonstrate dependability, promptness, and regular attendance in order to establish consistent routines, promote teamwork, and guarantee instructional continuity.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information in order to remain in compliance with legal requirements and to maintain a professional working environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

• Demonstrate required mobility, agility and dexterity to work with students.
• Ability to move, lift, pull or push objects.
• Remain attentive to students while working in noisy, crowded environments with numerous interruptions.

At will

Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.98 Per Hour

• Kaitlin Zimmerman , Principal
• Ruth Clark Elementary School
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