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Salary- Para-professional - Preschool
- Head Start - Preschool
- Para-professional - Regular
- Para-professional - Title I
- Para-professional - Non-Public
- Para-professional - Bilingual Fluent
- Para-professional - English Language Learners
- Para-professional - Special Education
- Para-professional - High Needs
- Para-professional - Alternative Education
- Para-Professional - Cassette House
- disciplinary measures as needed
- movement of children
- participation in and /or leading activities
- preparation of snacks
- assist in maintenance of general room condition and atmosphere
- attending in-service training
- attending conferences
- planning of classroom activities and units
- problem solving relative to routines, rhythms and/or individual student needs
- meetings relative to building needs, classroom needs and/or individual student needs
JobID: 9979
Position Type:
Support Staff Non-Certified/Paraprofessional
Support Staff Non-Certified/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
11/10/2023
11/10/2023
Location:
Columbus Nebraska Public Schools
Columbus Nebraska Public Schools
Date Available:
when filled
when filled
Closing Date:
when filled
when filled
District:
Columbus Public Schools
Contact:Columbus Public Schools
For questions about current openings please contact Marie Washburn, HR Associate at 402-563-7000 or washburnm@discoverers.org
Description:
You may use this link to view all of the general job descriptions for classified positons. Some positions may have additional or slightly different responsibilities.
Job Summary:
Positions include 9, 10, and 12 month work calendars and may be full-time or part-time. Full-time employees are eligible for health/dental benefits, long-term disability, and life insurance.
All district employees are required to participate in the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System (NPERS), contributions by each employee (set by state law) are matched by the District.
All classified positions receive paid leave based on your work assignment.
Qualifications:
Applicants for para-educators are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Working Conditions:
Vary by position. Start and end times vary by each position.
Application Procedure:
Apply online
Selection Procedure:
1. Position is advertised to in-house employees
2. Position, if unfilled, if posted publically for at least two business days
3. Applications (submitted in full) are reviewed by the hiring administrator
4. Pre-screening, phone interviews, or in-person interviews are scheduled based on the position
5. The job is offered and the accepting applicant completes a background check and employment verification
6. If the position is filled other applicants are notified at this time and the position is closed in the applicant system.
Columbus Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
2. Position, if unfilled, if posted publically for at least two business days
3. Applications (submitted in full) are reviewed by the hiring administrator
4. Pre-screening, phone interviews, or in-person interviews are scheduled based on the position
5. The job is offered and the accepting applicant completes a background check and employment verification
6. If the position is filled other applicants are notified at this time and the position is closed in the applicant system.
Columbus Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Columbus Public Schools makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EOE Policy.
Part-time para positions are (4-6.75 hours) and full-time positions are (7-8 hours). The full-time positions include benefits.Para positions are at the following locations depending on varying needs throughout the school year: Centennial, West Park, North Park, Emerson, Lost Creek, Kramer Education Center, Middle School, High School, Pathways, or the Cassette House.
GENERAL PARAEDUCATOR JOB DESCRIPTION
D.O.T. # Part-time (4-6.75 hrs./day) or Full-time (7-8 hrs./day)
D.O.T. CLASS:
Sedentary Depends on actual position hired for
REQUIREMENTS:
A. Education Level: Minimum high school diploma. Must have 2 years of post high school, or district will provide Project Para training
B. Experience Desired: Experience working with children in a supervisory capacity.
Two years college credit preferred.
C. Other Requirements: Keyboard and computer knowledge helpful.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assist the classroom teacher in preparation of classroom materials.
2. Assist the teacher in the management of students.
3. Carry out instruction (under the direction of the teacher) individually or in groups relative to educational goals.
4. Maintain daily/weekly/monthly records that may be designated by the teacher.
5. Assist in the day to day routines and rhythms of the classroom which may include:
6. Participate in activities and opportunities which will enhance the understanding of students:
7. Participate actively as opportunity presents itself in:
8. Upholding building and district policies and procedures.
9. Keep confidential matters private.
10. Be respectful and courteous at all times.
11. Work independently performing tasks as needs and situations arise.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasional: Standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, driving, lifting 10# max
Frequent: Sitting
WORKING CONDITIONS:
A. Inside Outside Both X
B. Climatic Environment: Assignments will be in air-conditioned settings
