Assistant Para Title (2025-2026 School Year)

DescriptionJob Title: Asst Para - TitlePosition Function: Under the direct supervision of the certified classroom teacher with instruction of basic academic skills to students and performs tasks as identified by Kansas State Department of Education, the Wichita Public Schools, and the curriculum established at the site.

Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesAssists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning conceptsProvides a safe and healthful environment for students and staffDirects activities designed to reinforce concepts for individuals or small groupsAssists students with individual assignmentsWorks with teachers to modify activities to meet individual student's needsAssists teachers in collecting data and maintaining records regarding student performanceAssists in the maintenance of learning centers and instructional materialsAcquires a minimum of 20 in-service hours annuallyAfter 3 years, a minimum of 10 in-service hours are requiredAdditional 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. Travel: Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.

Physical And Mental DemandsAble to work in various weather conditionsAble 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 techniquesAble to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, stoop, climb steps, and reach overheadPossess the manual dexterity, physical ability, and stamina for a full day of physical activityAble to see and hear wellAble to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 pounds on a regular basisKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesAbility to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining informationAbility to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is neededAbility to perform as an effective team playerAbility to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the buildingExhibit a professional manner and a positive attitudeUse good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignmentsDisplay a significant degree of professionalism and confidentialityAbility to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearanceKnowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of themQualificationsInterrelations:

Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendorsWill be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasksWill be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacyMust understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleaguesExpected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer serviceEmployee Punctuality And AppearanceIn order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leaveAny deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administratorAll employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their positionQualification ProfileHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent requiredParas working in a Title School must have a minimum of 48 accredited college credits verifiable with a transcript or pass a state approved assessmentFLSA Status:

Non-Exempt