Do you want to make a difference in the life of a student? Our school is seeking caring, consistent, adults to join our paraeducator team. Paraeducators work closely with teachers to provide extra support to students. This para will be matched with a specific class to support throughout the day. Activities range for providing supervision to leading small groups reinforcing lessons.

Perks of Working for Maize USD 266

School schedule – paras work when students are in session along with a couple of additional days
Holidays off – enjoy a week at Thanksgiving, two weeks around Christmas, and Spring Break
Paid Leave –12 sick days and 4 personal days a year
Benefits – working more than 25 hours per week makes you eligible for subsidized health benefits along with a variety of other benefits
Retirement - employees working more than 630 hours a year participate in the KPERS retirement plan

Successful Candidates

Pass a background check
Have a current TB test
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Complete 48 college credits OR have an associate’s degree OR Pass a State approved assessment
Are strong team players
Possess basic computer and math skills
Must enjoy a fast pace environment
Can spend 80% of their day standing and 20% walking – Time is spent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using finger dexterity
Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality

Paraeducator (PWS)