Assistant Para High Incidence (2026-2027 School Year)

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts
• Directs activities designed to reinforce concepts for individuals or small groups
• Assists students with individual assignments
• Works with teachers to modify activities to meet individual student's needs
• Aids in the collection of data and maintenance of records regarding student performance
• Aids in the management of classroom routines and procedures
• Aids in the integration of technology into the classroom
• Provides feedback to students and teachers
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality of information regarding students and staff
• Assists with student engagement with the curriculum
• Acquires a minimum of 20 in-service hours annually

Additional Duties

Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment

This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Physical And Mental Demands

• Able to work in various weather conditions
• Able to react immediately to an emergency situation for the safety and welfare of the students and staff, which may include the use of physical restraint techniques
• Able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, stoop, climb steps, and reach overhead
• Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability, and stamina for a full day of physical activity
• Able to see and hear well
• Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 pounds on a regular basis

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
• Perform as an effective team player
• Plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Interrelations

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Understanding and responding appropriately to customer needs and maintaining a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Interacting with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and providing quick, responsive customer service

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Paras working in a Title School must have a minimum of 48 accredited college credits verifiable with a transcript or pass a state approved assessment
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt