6.2026 - Classified - SPED Para - Elementary

Kearney NE•Kearney, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Multiple positions available throughout the district, including part time positions. Days per year: 175. Schedule will follow the school calendar.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
Excellent organizational and student supervision skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability and desire to work with students with disabilities.
CPR certification required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Good computer knowledge, typing and time management skills.
Ability to accept responsibility and deal with parents and teacher needs.
Ability to interact with many grade levels, teachers, and principals.
Ability to deal with unexpected schedule changes (i.e. stress related to job sites, etc.)
Handles decision-making and stress appropriately and professionally.
Respects confidential information appropriately.
Knowledge of and compliance with classroom/building policies and procedures.
Ability to lift and assist students with necessary needs.
Ability to work well with children, adults and community members.

Responsibilities

Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher, in the following academic areas: math, reading, language, writing, spelling, social studies, art, music, PE, etc.
Works with individual or small groups of students with non-teaching activities: supervision of breaks, lunchroom, errands, chores, field trips, community access activities, self-care needs, and independent living skills as directed classroom teachers.
Assists students in daily living activities as outlined on the IEP which may include changing diapers, assisting with bathroom needs, feeding, and performing health care procedures delegated to non-medical staff.
Assists the teacher with behavioral intervention procedures as requested.
Assists the teacher in the development and organization of appropriate learning materials and activities.
Assists the teacher in developing learning centers, games, etc.
Assists the teacher in maintaining the physical appearance and order of the classroom, supply room and material storage center.
Prepares written communications, (i.e. notes home, messages to other staff, notice of meetings, newsletter, etc.) under the direction and approval of teachers.
Assists certified staff in preparation of written reports/forms (i.e., IEP progress reports, inventories, requisitions, etc.) as requested by the teachers.
Maintains student information forms or data sheets.
Reproduces and files curriculum materials, reports, etc., as requested and approved by teachers.
Performs other duties assigned by the Principal or Director of Special Education.