Fort Larned USD 495/Tri-County Special Services - Special Education Paraprofessional and Substitute Paraprofessional

Position Overview: Fort Larned USD 495/Tri-County Special Services has openings for Special Education Paraprofessionals and Special Education Paraprofessional Substitutes. Positions are available in the Fort Larned School District, Pawnee Heights, and Kinsley-Offerle School District.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to students with special needs under the direction of certified teachers.
• Assist in implementing individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Support students in both academic and non-academic settings.
• Help maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Schedule and Benefits: This position offers a family-friendly schedule, with daily work hours ending at 4 PM, and time off during holiday breaks and summer. This is a 9-month-per-year position. We are flexible and willing to accommodate candidates interested in full-time, part-time, or substitute positions on an as-needed basis. For applicants interested in working at Pawnee Heights or Kinsley-Offerle, we can provide transportation for those who live outside of those districts. This position also offers excellent benefits and paid time off.

Contact: Interested candidates must complete the application online. For more information, please contact Denise Schmidt, Director of Special Education, at (620) 285-3119 or via email at denise.schmidt@usd495.com.

Non-Discrimination Policy: USD 495 does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability, or age when considering applications for employment. Any questions regarding the Board’s compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Americans with Disabilities Act, or Section 504 may be directed to the local Title IX Coordinator at (620) 285-3185, 120 East 6th Street, Larned, KS 67550, or the Kansas Title IX Coordinator at (785) 296-2424, 120 S.E. 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66612-1182, or to the Assistant Secretary of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education.