What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classified - Substitute Para position at Kearney Public Schools?
Job Description
Duties: Subbing for classroom and/or SPED paras who are out. May be called with short notice.
This position does not have any sick leave or holiday benefits.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Excellent organizational and student supervision skills.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability and desire to work with disabled students.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to)
1. Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher, in the following
academic areas: math, reading, language, writing, spelling, social studies, art, music, PE, etc.
2. Works with individual or small groups of students with non-teaching activities: supervision of
breaks, lunchroom, errands, chores, field trips, community access activities, self-care needs,
and independent living skills as directed classroom teachers.
3. Assists students in daily living activities as outlined on the IEP which may include changing
diapers, assisting with bathroom needs, feeding, and performing health care procedures
delegated to non- medical staff.
4. Assists the teacher with behavioral intervention procedures as requested.
5. Assists the teacher in the development and organization of appropriate learning materials and
activities.
6. Assists the teacher in developing learning centers, games, etc.
7. Assists the teacher in maintaining the physical appearance and order of the classroom, supply
room and material storage center.
8. Prepares written communications, (i.e. notes home, messages to other staff, notice of
meetings, newsletter, etc.) under the direction and approval of teachers.
9. Assists certified staff in preparation of written reports/forms (i.e., IEP progress reports,
inventories, requisitions, etc.) as requested by the teachers.
10. Maintains student files and information forms.
11. Reproduces and files curriculum materials, reports, etc., as requested and approved by
teachers.
12. Performs other duties assigned by the teachers with administrator approval.
At Will Employment: Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.
It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.
The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 –
Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources
Kearney Public Schools
320 West 24th Street
Kearney, NE 68845
308-698-8011
melherrmann@kearneycats.com
Primary Location
District
Salary Range
Per Hour
Shift Type
As Needed
