Date Posted: 5/15/2026
Location: Middle School
Date Available: August ****
Closing Date: When Filled
Geary County USD 475
Job Description
Title: Middle School Para Educator
Purpose Statement
The job of Para Educator is to provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities within the assigned classroom.
This includes assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of special‐needs students in the regular or self‐contained classroom, implementing instructional plans, monitoring student behavior during non‐classroom time, and relaying information to appropriate school personnel.
The position reports to the Building Administrator.
Essential Functions
Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives.
Adhere to confidentiality requirements regarding all matters pertaining to students and parent communications from certified personnel.
Administer tests, homework, make‐up work, and other academic tasks to support teachers in the classroom.
Assist with activities of prescribed programs written by related service personnel (e.g., PT, OT, Speech) for reinforcing instructional objectives, implementing IEP plans, and maintaining students' social and emotional well‐being.
Assist assigned teachers in the instruction of students in individual and group activities (e.g., academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills) to reinforce instructional objectives and implement IEP plans.
Attend meetings and in‐service presentations for acquiring and/or conveying information related to job functions.
Communicate with supervising instructional staff and professional support personnel to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
Implement behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions under the supervision of the assigned teacher.
Maintain instructional materials, manuals,



and electronic files/records to ensure availability of items and meet mandated requirements.
Monitor students during assigned periods within various school environments (e.g., rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, field trips) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Respond to emergency situations (e.g., injuries, conflicts) to resolve immediate safety concerns and direct to appropriate personnel.
Other Functions
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS: Perform multiple tasks with a need to upgrade skills as job conditions change.
Required competencies include adherence to safety practices, operating standard office equipment, using relevant software applications, and preparing accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE: Perform basic math using fractions, percentages, and ratios; read and write various manuals; present information to others; and understand complex, multi‐step written and oral instructions.
Specific knowledge includes instructional procedures and practices, age‐appropriate student activities, safety practices, computer skills, conflict resolution, and stages of child development and behavior.
ABILITY: Schedule activities; collate data; use basic job‐related equipment; and maintain flexibility to work with others in diverse circumstances.
Problem‐solving with data follows prescribed guidelines; equipment handling is limited to moderate difficulty.




Required competency includes adapting to changing priorities, communicating with diverse groups, maintaining confidentiality, working as part of a team, and meeting deadlines amidst frequent interruptions.
Responsibility
Work under direct supervision using standardized procedures; provide information and/or advise others; and operate within a defined budget.
Work Environment
The job requires some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, along with fine finger dexterity.
Physical demands include 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing in a largely clean and healthy environment.
Experience
Job‐related experience is required.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Equivalency
Successful completion of 48 college hours or ability to pass a state‐approved assessment within 90 days of employment is required.
Required Testing, Certificates and Licenses
Minimum hours of in‐service per year and criminal background clearance are required.
Continuing Education / Training
Continuing education and career development are required as per district policy.
Clearances
Criminal background clearance is required.
FLSA Status Salary Grade
Non‐Exempt, Level 4 – $*****–$***** per hour.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS *****.
Telephone: ************.
For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS *****.
Telephone: ************.
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