What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator - Basehor Intermediate School position at Educate Kansas?
Basehor-Linwood USD 458 • www.usd458.org
The Tonganoxie/Basehor-Linwood Special Education Cooperative is accepting applications for a Special Education Paraeducator for Basehor Intermediate School for the 2024-2025 school year. The TBLSEC provides special education services to students in both the Basehor-Linwood and Tonganoxie School Districts.
POSITION: Paraeducator
Qualifications
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of licensed/certified staff- all paraeducators perform tasks related to the instruction and supervision of students. A desire and ability to work with students is essential in this position. Assignment- essential duties and responsibilities may change from day to day depending on the needs of the district- building and students.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For more information about Basehor-Linwood USD 458 and benefits- please go to our website www.usd458.org.
https://basehorlinwood.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1041
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Basehor-Linwood Unified School District 458 serves students and families in a 90 square mile area of southern Leavenworth County, Kansas. We currently have 8 district attendance centers. Our Early Learning Center for Childcare and Pre-K opened for the 2020-21 school year in August. K-5 buildings are located in Bonner Springs, Basehor and the Glenwood Ridge subdivision. A new K-5 building, located in Basehor, opened in the Fall 2021. Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 attend Basehor-Linwood Middle School in Basehor, near the center of the district. Basehor-Linwood High School, located in Basehor, is a 5A school, serving students in grades 9 through 12.
BLHS was named a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School. In addition, the district operates Basehor-Linwood Virtual School, an internet-based school serving approximately 250 K-12 students statewide instructed by Basehor-Linwood teachers.
Special Education services are provided by the Tonganoxie/Basehor-Linwood Special Education Cooperative located in Basehor.
USD 458 is part of a vibrant, growing suburban area with expanding student population and tax base. The mission of USD 458 is to serve all students developing and reaching their potential. https://www.usd458.org
View current certified openings now!
The Tonganoxie/Basehor-Linwood Special Education Cooperative is accepting applications for a Special Education Paraeducator for Basehor Intermediate School for the 2024-2025 school year. The TBLSEC provides special education services to students in both the Basehor-Linwood and Tonganoxie School Districts.
POSITION: Paraeducator
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Complete and pass a background check
- Awareness and acceptance of diversity in children and youth
- Associates degree
- Experience working with children and youth in a school setting
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of licensed/certified staff- all paraeducators perform tasks related to the instruction and supervision of students. A desire and ability to work with students is essential in this position. Assignment- essential duties and responsibilities may change from day to day depending on the needs of the district- building and students.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist the special education teacher with the implementation of students' IEP goals by working with students individually and /or in small groups on specific learning tasks
- Monitor student behavior and assist in maintaining a positive and orderly classroom atmosphere
- Supervise students and provide for their safety in a variety of settings
- Implement student accommodations and/or modifications
- Implement positive behavior supports
- Interact with students in a kind and caring manner
- Provide personal care or assist students with the necessary self-help requirements in areas such as diapering- toileting- catheterization- etc. (Center Based Resource 1- Early Childhood- Structured Learning Classroom)
- Know and follow health- safety and emergency procedures of the district
- Work as a positive team member
- Work cooperatively and communicate successfully with teachers- related service providers and building administrators
- Demonstrate a commitment to the education of all children and youth
- Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and personnel information
- Adapt to a variety of working situations and be willing to learn new skills
- Demonstrate professionalism through conduct- punctuality and minimal absences
- Willingness to accept and perform other duties as assigned
To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For more information about Basehor-Linwood USD 458 and benefits- please go to our website www.usd458.org.
https://basehorlinwood.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1041
Benefits Information
NA
Salary Information
NA
Employer Information
Basehor-Linwood Unified School District 458 serves students and families in a 90 square mile area of southern Leavenworth County, Kansas. We currently have 8 district attendance centers. Our Early Learning Center for Childcare and Pre-K opened for the 2020-21 school year in August. K-5 buildings are located in Bonner Springs, Basehor and the Glenwood Ridge subdivision. A new K-5 building, located in Basehor, opened in the Fall 2021. Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 attend Basehor-Linwood Middle School in Basehor, near the center of the district. Basehor-Linwood High School, located in Basehor, is a 5A school, serving students in grades 9 through 12.
BLHS was named a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School. In addition, the district operates Basehor-Linwood Virtual School, an internet-based school serving approximately 250 K-12 students statewide instructed by Basehor-Linwood teachers.
Special Education services are provided by the Tonganoxie/Basehor-Linwood Special Education Cooperative located in Basehor.
USD 458 is part of a vibrant, growing suburban area with expanding student population and tax base. The mission of USD 458 is to serve all students developing and reaching their potential. https://www.usd458.org
View current certified openings now!
