USD 506 Labette County

Job Posting for the 2026-27 School Year

 

POSITION TITLE: Title I Para

 

SCHOOL: Edna Grade School

 

SALARY RANGE: As established by the Board of Education

 

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

 

CONTRACT LENGTH: Initial contract shall be for the 2026-27 school year

 

POSITION SUMMARY: The para-professional assists the instructor in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.  To accomplish these tasks, the Classroom Para-Professional works closely with the staff and administration of USD 506.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Assist in facilitating the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.


• Assist in establishing a positive learning environment, and respond to the individual needs of students.


• Ensure that all activities conform to district guidelines.


• Communicate effectively with members of the school district and community.


• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.


• Appropriately operate all classroom equipment.


• Support the value of an education.


• Support the philosophy and mission of USD 506.


• Assist in the instruction and supervision of students as directed, including but not limited to the following:
  
  
  
  • Enhancement
  
  
  • Remediation
  
  
  • Tutoring
  
  
  • Small group instruction
  
  
  • Whole class (if para is a certified teacher)
  
  
  
  


• Monitor student progress as directed.


• Grade papers and assist with record keeping as directed.


• Prepare instructional materials and supplies for use as directed.


• Attend staffings and general staff meetings as directed and assist with planning of specific individual instruction.


• Assist in the maintenance and inventory of materials.


• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.


• See that district polices are observed during all activities.


• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.


• Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.


• Other duties as assigned by the Instructor, Principal, or other Administrative Staff.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.


• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.


• Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.


• Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.


• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; Obtained an Associate’s (or higher) degree; OR be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.


• Be flexible, positive, and proactive in the ability to manage multiple assignments.


• The ability to effectively communicate (verbally, electronically and in writing) with students, faculty, administration, and parents.


• Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the District Office (after employment offer is made).


• Desire to continue career improvement.

 

 

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

 

 

 

                                                                                        

 

 

It is the policy of Labette County Unified School District No. 506 to follow employment practices which consider only qualifications of the applicant for a position, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, ancestry, or national origin.