USD 489

divnbsp;Full Time Teacher Assistant - ECC USD 489br / 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM 12 month position/div divJob Descriptionnbsp;br / General Function: To assist teacher and share responsibilities to ensure a well-managed center.nbsp;br / br / nbsp;1. Provides an open and inviting learning environment/div ul liProvides positive guidance to children, encouraging self-discipline and problem-solving.nbsp;/li liImplements lesson plans and individualized programs plans developed by teacher/coordinator.nbsp;/li linbsp;Works with the teacher to organize the environment to support childrenrsquo;s development.nbsp;/li liSupports childrenrsquo;s learning in every area of the classroom and outdoors./li liParticipates in team teaching possibilities.nbsp;/li liAssists with on-going assessment by collecting items for childrenrsquo;s portfolios and writing anecdotal observations as assigned.nbsp;/li /ul divnbsp;/div div2. Engages and supports children and families to enhance life skills.nbsp;/div ul liEstablishes and maintains rapport with families which is open, honest and caring./li liAttends and assists with parent meetings.nbsp;/li liModels skills which promote healthy environments for children./li linbsp;Assists families in meeting goals including health requirements.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 3. Provides a safe and healthy learning environment.nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Follows staffing pattern as assigned by teacher to ensure childrenrsquo;s safety.nbsp;/li linbsp;Performs cleaning and organizing duties as assigned.nbsp;/li linbsp;Assists teacher in providing positive guidance to children.nbsp;/li linbsp;Promotes preventative wellness.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 4. Maintains an open communication system.nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Participates openly in Center Team Meetings.nbsp;/li linbsp;Practices open communication with staff, families, and volunteers.nbsp;/li linbsp;Participates in school wide activities.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 5. Promotes and respects the Code of Ethical Conduct as set forth by NAEYC.nbsp;/div ul liMaintains a professional manner and appearance at all times.nbsp;/li linbsp;Insures confidentiality.nbsp;/li linbsp;Adheres to a mandatory reporting policy for child abuse and neglect.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 6. Completes all other duties as assigned.br / nbsp;br / Scope of position:nbsp;Reports to the teacher. Receives moderate supervision from teacher and central office staff. Supervises children and volunteers. Works with 1-8 staff members and volunteers. Position requires decisions regarding duties and responsibilities. Moderate decisions need to be made related to children and families. Assumes supervision of the classroom during the absence of the teacher. Ongoing staff development is an integral part of the position.br / Knowledge, skills, and technical ability:nbsp;Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree. Prefer candidates with experience working with young children.br / Willing to certify:nbsp;/div ul liCPRnbsp;/li linbsp;First Aidnbsp;/li liChild Development Associates Credential (CDA)nbsp;/li /ul divMust pass prior to starting position:nbsp;/div ul liTB Skin Testnbsp;/li linbsp;Kansas Bureau of Investigation background checknbsp;/li liPhysical Examnbsp;/li /ul divPhysical Requirements:nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Frequent lifting of 10-25 lbs.nbsp;/li linbsp;Occasional lifting amp; moving of 50 lbs.nbsp;/li linbsp;Bending, squatting, and kneeling occur frequently on a daily basisnbsp;/li linbsp;Fine manipulation occurs frequently/li /ul divRequires:nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Good communication skills including oral, written, and listening.nbsp;/li linbsp;Interpersonal skills working with children, volunteers, families and community members.nbsp;/li linbsp;Ability to make good decisions.nbsp;/li linbsp;Willingness to work a flexible schedule.nbsp;/li linbsp;Willingness to work as a team player.nbsp;/li linbsp;Must have a valid driverrsquo;s license and reliable means of transportation.nbsp;/li /ul divWorking conditions:nbsp;Assistants work 98% of the time in the classroom. Conditions include a high noise level and a fast-paced schedule. About 2% of the time is spent working with families or in the community. Must be able to lift, move and handle up to 50 pounds. Position requires much physical activity interacting with children and requires the ability to work in a noisy environment. Office space may be shared with other staff.br / Compensation:nbsp;Based on the USD 489 Paraprofessional Salary Schedule and benefit package. Compensation will be provided for non-district days worked.nbsp;br / br / Monday - Friday on days school is in session.br / nbsp;/div divbr / Benefits:nbsp;nbsp;br / nbsp;/div ul linbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Full District Paid Single Medical and Dental Coverage/li /ul divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Free Annual Eye Exams with Medical Coverage/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Ancillary and Voluntary offerings include Vision Materials Coverage/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;District Paid Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft Insurance/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Flexible Spending options for Medical Expenses and Dependent Day Care/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;District contribution to Health Saving Account/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;District contribution to 403b retirement plan in addition to KPERS - State of Kansas Retirement/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Paid Time Off/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Seasonal Breaks, Weekends, Holidays Offnbsp;br / br / Apply Online At:br / https://www.applitrack.com/haysusd489/onlineapp/nbsp;/div

divEarly Childhood Connections Teacher Assistantnbsp;br / Job Descriptionnbsp;br / General Function: To assist teacher and share responsibilities to ensure a well-managed center.nbsp;br / br / 1. Engages and supports children and families to enhance life skills.nbsp; Establishes and maintains rapport with families which is open, honest and caring. nbsp;/div ul liAttends and assists with parent meetings.nbsp;/li liParticipates in and assists with Parent Conferences as appropriate.nbsp;/li liModels skills which promote healthy environments for children.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 2. Assists families in meeting goals including health requirements. 2. Assists in developing and implementing the current education curriculum. nbsp;/div ul liWorks with teacher to plan individual child goals and activities.nbsp;/li liParticipates in on-going child assessment.nbsp;/li liWorks with the teacher to organize the environment to support childrenrsquo;s development.nbsp;/li liSupports childrenrsquo;s learning in every area of the classroom and outdoors.nbsp;/li linbsp;Participates in team teaching possibilities.nbsp;/li linbsp;Works with individual children, implementing lesson plans and activities to meet classroom individual goals as well as IEP goals and objectives.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 3. Provides a safe and healthy learning environment.nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Follows staffing pattern as assigned by teacher to ensure childrenrsquo;s safety.nbsp;/li linbsp;Performs cleaning and organizing duties as assigned.nbsp;/li linbsp;Assists teacher in providing positive guidance to children.nbsp;/li linbsp;Promotes preventative wellness.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 4. Maintains an open communication system.nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Participates openly in Center Team Meetings.nbsp;/li linbsp;Practices open communication with staff, families, and volunteers.nbsp;/li linbsp;Participates in school wide activities.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 5. Promotes and respects the Code of Ethical Conduct as set forth by NAEYC.nbsp;/div ul liMaintains a professional manner and appearance at all times.nbsp;/li linbsp;Insures confidentiality.nbsp;/li linbsp;Adheres to a mandatory reporting policy for child abuse and neglect.nbsp;/li /ul divbr / 6. Completes all other duties as assigned.br / nbsp;br / Scope of position:nbsp;Reports to the teacher. Receives moderate supervision from teacher and central office staff. Supervises children and volunteers. Works with 1-8 staff members and volunteers. Position requires decisions regarding duties and responsibilities. Moderate decisions need to be made related to children and families. Assumes supervision of the classroom during the absence of the teacher. Ongoing staff development is an integral part of the position.br / Knowledge, skills, and technical ability:nbsp;Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree. Prefer candidates with experience working with young children.br / Willing to certify:nbsp;/div ul liCPRnbsp;/li linbsp;First Aidnbsp;/li liChild Development Associates Credential (CDA)nbsp;/li /ul divMust pass prior to starting position:nbsp;/div ul liTB Skin Testnbsp;/li linbsp;Kansas Bureau of Investigation background checknbsp;/li liPhysical Examnbsp;/li /ul divPhysical Requirements:nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Frequent lifting of 10-25 lbs.nbsp;/li linbsp;Occasional lifting amp; moving of 50 lbs.nbsp;/li linbsp;Bending, squatting, and kneeling occur frequently on a daily basisnbsp;/li linbsp;Fine manipulation occurs frequently/li /ul divRequires:nbsp;/div ul linbsp;Good communication skills including oral, written, and listening.nbsp;/li linbsp;Interpersonal skills working with children, volunteers, families and community members.nbsp;/li linbsp;Ability to make good decisions.nbsp;/li linbsp;Willingness to work a flexible schedule.nbsp;/li linbsp;Willingness to work as a team player.nbsp;/li linbsp;Must have a valid driverrsquo;s license and reliable means of transportation.nbsp;/li /ul divWorking conditions:nbsp;Assistants work 98% of the time in the classroom. Conditions include a high noise level and a fast-paced schedule. About 2% of the time is spent working with families or in the community. Must be able to lift, move and handle up to 50 pounds. Position requires much physical activity interacting with children and requires the ability to work in a noisy environment. Office space may be shared with other staff.br / Compensation:nbsp;Based on the USD 489 Paraprofessional Salary Schedule and benefit package. Compensation will be provided for non-district days worked.nbsp;br / br / Monday - Friday on days school is in session.br / nbsp;/div divbr / Benefits:nbsp;/div ul linbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Full District Paid Single Medical and Dental Coverage/li /ul divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Free Annual Eye Exams with Medical Coverage/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Ancillary and Voluntary offerings include Vision Materials Coverage/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;District Paid Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft Insurance/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Flexible Spending options for Medical Expenses and Dependent Day Care/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;District contribution to Health Saving Account/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;District contribution to 403b retirement plan in addition to KPERS - State of Kansas Retirement/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Paid Time Off/div divbull;nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Seasonal Breaks, Weekends, Holidays Offnbsp;br / br / Apply Online At:br / https://www.applitrack.com/haysusd489/onlineapp//div