To provide support to Early Childhood students during the extended day opportunity through Rising Stars. Facilitate schedules of Rising Stars paras along with administration. Plan and Lead classroom activities, assignments, and gather/prep materials for 3 and 4 year old's. Establish routines, manage classroom behavior and foster a sense of belonging. Provide activities that reinforce lessons learned in the preschool portion of the day. Encourage play based activities. Point of Communication with parents. Implement safety protocols, maintain a clean and organized classroom and follow hygiene guidelines. Work cooperatively with other staff. Attends a variety of meetings (e.g. staff meetings, in-services, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and conveying information relative to job functions. Models desired behaviors (e.g. conversation, manners, cleaning activities, listening, everyday interactions, etc.) for students in multiple settings. Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of environments (e.g. classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, community, etc.) supporting a safe and positive learning environment. Reports incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to State Law and school policies as a mandated reporter. Maintain confidentiality as appropriate in order to comply with district, state and federal laws. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the program.

Perks of Working for Maize USD 266

School schedule – paras work when teachers are working
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
Childcare experience preferred
High School diploma (or equivalent) required
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to present information one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students
Standard office equipment including computer and phone, standard classroom technology including computer and peripherals
Prolonged standing. Frequent walking and pushing/pulling. Occasional kneeling/squatting, bending and stooping
Occasional keyboarding and use of mouse, occasional reaching
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds)
Primarily indoors; some outdoor student supervision
Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress, solve problems, make decisions and be flexible
Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality

Paraeducator - Rising Stars Lead