Asst Para - Title (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public School • Wichita, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the certified classroom teacher, this role focuses on instructing students in basic academic skills and performing tasks as identified by the Kansas State Department of Education, the Wichita Public Schools, and the established site curriculum. The position requires interaction with personnel within the district, as well as customers and vendors, necessitating tact, diplomacy, and a positive attitude in all situations. Employees are expected to maintain punctuality, appropriate appearance, and perform all assigned duties and work scheduled hours unless approved leave is granted. This role involves working with a diverse population and requires understanding and responding appropriately to customer needs.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability 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 information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed.
• Ability to perform as an effective team player.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Provides a safe and healthful environment for students and staff.
• 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.
• Assists teachers in collecting data and maintaining records regarding student performance.
• Assists in the maintenance of learning centers and instructional materials.
• Acquires a minimum of 20 in-service hours annually (after 3 years, a minimum of 10 in-service hours are required).
• Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree