Basehor-Linwood USD 458 is currently seeking a classroom aide for the 2026-2027 school year. Experience working with elementary children is preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Complete and pass a background check
- Awareness and acceptance of diversity in children and youth
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree
- Experience working with children and youth in a school setting
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of licensed/certified staff, all aides perform tasks related to the instruction and supervision of students. A desire and ability to work with students is essential in this position. Assignment, essential duties and responsibilities may change from day to day depending on the needs of the district, building and students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the teacher by working with students individually and /or in small groups on specific learning tasks
- Monitor student behavior and assist in maintaining a positive and orderly classroom atmosphere
- Supervise students and provide for their safety in a variety of settings
- Implement positive behavior supports
- Interact with students in a kind and caring manner
- Know and follow health, safety and emergency procedures of the district
- Work as a positive team member
- Work cooperatively and communicate successfully with teachers and building administrators
- Demonstrate a commitment to the education of all children and youth
- Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and personnel information
- Adapt to a variety of working situations and be willing to learn new skills
- Demonstrate professionalism through conduct, punctuality and minimal absences
- Willingness to accept and perform other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.
- Must have physical stamina to maintain job responsibilities.
2. Requires occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and turning.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Evaluation: Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.
*The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
**The Basehor-Linwood School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, or religion in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.
For more information about the Basehor-Linwood USD 458 School District and employee benefits, please visit our website at www.usd458.org. |