Paraeducators who work in categorical programs serve students with more severe physical and/or cognitive disabilities. Classrooms are highly structured and provide care across a spectrum of needs. Candidates with human services, caregiving, medical, nursing, and / or home health experience will find their skills are put to good use.

Paraeducators are a critical team member providing assistance in instruction and other direct services to students to help ensure a positive, safe, and supportive learning community. Our success as an organization, and student's success as they prepare for life after high school, is highly influenced by paraprofessionals.

An RCEC Paraeducator generally assists the assigned students under the supervision and guidance of the teacher with:

Implementing modifications and supports defined in the student's Individual Education Program (IEP).
Instructional support.
Group and individual activities and projects.
Planning and organizing learning experiences.
Monitoring behavior, health, or physical needs of students.
Data collection and record-keeping.
Personal care and sanitary needs.
Timely and consistent communication and mobility assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Understanding and compassion for all children.
Professional initiative, to problem-solve and take over when needed.
Creativity for positive input into the program.
Adaptability for all new situations and programs.
Maintain confidentiality with all information about children and families.
Good judgment in unpredictable situations throughout the day.
Courtesy and tact with all other personnel.
Dependability with regular attendance and punctuality.

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Reno County Education Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reno County Education Cooperative ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Reno County education cooperative has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Business Manager.

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By submitting this application, candidate authorizes the school district to conduct an investigation of candidate pursuant to Kansas Statute to determine whether candidate has been convicted of any criminal or drug offenses as set forth in such statute, and, upon request, agrees to execute an investigation authorization form as a condition for candidate's employment. Kansas Statute also stipulates that the school district perform a check on the statewide sex offender database. Candidate may not be employed unless such investigations have been initiated.

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Categorical Classroom Paraeducator - Nickerson High School

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