Position Type:
Aides/Title I Aide
Date Posted:
2/19/2026
Location:
Blackmore Elementary
Full-Time Position
Purpose Assist students in achieving the learning objectives and enhance the opportunity for success in the regular classroom for children that qualify for Title I help under the guidelines set forth in the current Title I application.
Reports to Building Principal
Salary Hourly, commensurate with background and experience Range: $13.94 - $18.84/hr.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Have a high school diploma or a GED certificate and
- -Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education OR
- -Obtain an associate's (or higher) degree OR
- -Pass a State approved assessment that assesses the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or reading, writing, mathematics readiness)**
- Demonstrates aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
- Demonstrates literacy in reading, writing, and following directions/instructions
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the district and federal guidelines may find appropriate
- Health and Inoculation Certificate on file
- **More information on the State approved assessments can be found at: https://www.ksde.gov/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Early-Childhood-Special-Education-and-Title-Services/Title-Services/Federal-Programs/Title-I-Part-A/Paraprofessional
Physical Requirements
- Requires prolonged sitting or standing, and use of equipment including repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue
Work Environment
- Ability to handle a fast-paced, intense work environment
- Must occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments, with numerous interruptions
Essential Functions
- Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning
- Works with individual students or small groups to preteach reading objectives
- Assists the teacher in devising special strategies
- Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in oral communication
- Alerts the regular teacher to any problems
- Completes all forms and records required by Title I
- Attends and participates in staff and parent meetings
- Attends inservice training programs
- Performs playground supervision during lunchtime or breakfast
- Maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality
General Responsibilities
- Support Title I students in achieving academic success
- Collaborate with teachers to reinforce learning objectives
- Ensure compliance with Title I guidelines
El Dorado USD #490 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. If you have questions regarding the above, please contact: Title IX Section 504 Coordinator, 124 West Central, El Dorado, Kansas, 67042, 316-322-4800.