Topeka Public Schools USD 501

Paraprofessional III (SPED) 

Reports To:Certified Faculty/Administrator

Supervises: NA

Position Purpose: To ensure the successful learning of exceptional students by providing and facilitating quality support to programs and personnel

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED 
• 48 hours of college credit or pass State approved assessments
• preferred two (2) years health related work experience
• Skills in the use of computers
• Good interpersonal skills including the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to successfully accomplish/complete the annual in-service training 
• Conscientiously accept and follow directions 
• Adaptable to a variety of situations
• Fundamental understanding of special education students
• Maintain confidentiality, apply new concepts quickly, adapt easily to change, and demonstrate a high degree of organizational skills and attention to detail

Performance Responsibilities:

Under the direction of a registered professional nurse:

• Work one-on-one with a Special Needs student
• Perform delegated selected specialized caretaking tasks or procedures as defined in the Kansas Nurse Practice Act
• Provide immediate care for an anticipated health crisis that is identified in a nursing care plan
• Utilize effective communication skills and teamwork approach to promote positive public relations
• Assist teachers with daily instruction
• Assist students in achieving their individual objectives
• Assist students to & from the school building
• Provide assistance and care in such activities as dressing, eating, drinking, toileting and grooming
• Clerical functions
• Communicate effectively with patrons and students
• Other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment:

9 months; salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.

Evaluation: 

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board policy on evaluation of Support Service Personnel. 

Significant Associations: 

The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/supervisor.