Paraeducator Pre-K (2025-2026 School Year)

Wichita Public SchoolsWichita, KS
23h

About The Position

Assists the prekindergarten teacher in educating students and supporting a safe and engaging environment that promotes children¿s social, cognitive, physical, and emotional development.

Requirements

  • HS diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Must have a minimum of 48 accredited college credits verifiable with a transcript or pass a state-approved assessment.
  • Must pass a Physical Capacity Profile (PCP) test.
  • Ability to work with a diverse population.
  • Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information as instructed.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed.
  • Ability to perform as an effective team player.
  • Exhibit a calm, professional demeanor and a positive attitude.
  • Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
  • Knowledge of the company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.
  • Be able to work in various weather conditions.
  • Be 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.
  • Be able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps, and reach overhead.
  • Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability, and stamina for a full day of physical activity
  • Be able to see and hear well.
  • Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds; be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance.
  • Be able to demonstrate good finger dexterity.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate's Degree in Early Childhood preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises students across school settings as directed by the teacher or other staff.
  • Engages in positive interactions with students.
  • Interacts with children during snacks and meals to encourage good eating habits and nutritional education.
  • Assists students with basic needs including but not limited to self-care, feeding, toileting, diapering, and physical transfers.
  • Assists the teacher by school activities on and off campus during the instructional day.
  • Communicates with parents as requested.
  • Assists with general classroom management and positive reinforcement.
  • Completes administrative responsibilities such as district-required forms for snack and toileting.
  • Prepares instructional materials and learning centers with direction from the PreK teacher.
  • Collaborates with PreK team to promote developmentally appropriate practice.
  • Assists in managing classroom routines and procedures.
  • Assists in the implementation of student behavior plans.
  • Actively participates in team responsibilities and communicates with team members.
  • Promotes student engagement within activities.
  • Provides accommodations and modifications to meet individual student needs under the direction of the PreK teacher.
  • Supports staff in data collection for individual and group activities.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.
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