2026 - 2027 STUDENT SUPPORT PARAPROFESSIONAL

Young World Physical Education; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln County R-III School District is seeking a Student Support Paraprofessional at Troy Middle School in Troy, MO. The role provides 1:1 mobility and personal care support to a student throughout the school day, with duties under the education team and 180-day schedule.

Starting date is immediate for the 2026-2027 school year, with a salary range of $16.64–$18.09 per hour depending on education. This full-time position emphasizes student safety, confidentiality, and collaborative

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer prior experience working with children with special needs.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mobility and transfers support for the student.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene, dressing and personal care while maintaining dignity.
• Help the student access classrooms, materials and activities.
• Provide teacher-directed support and prompts to enable participation.
• Follow district procedures for safety, mobility, and emergency situations.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Supervise during transitions, lunch, recess and activities.

Job description

2026 - 2027 STUDENT SUPPORT PARAPROFESSIONAL

Lincoln County R-III School District Troy Middle School - Troy, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5886941

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN POSITIONS: Special Education Paraprofessional -TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL

START DATE: 2026-2027 school year

POSITION SALARY: $16.64/hour - $18.09/hour (Depending on education)

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Student Support Paraprofessional provides individualized support to a student to promote safe mobility, personal care, access, and participation throughout the school day. The position works under the direction of the students' education team and assists the student with physical access, personal care, classroom participation, and daily routines. 180-day position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 assistance with mobility, ambulation, transfers, positioning, lifting, and navigating the school environment.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene, dressing, and other personal care needs while maintaining student dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Assist the student in accessing classrooms, materials, supplies, technology, and school activities.
• Provide teacher-directed support, prompts, cues, and assistance to enable participation in classroom instruction and activities.
• Implement established accommodations or supports related to mobility, communication, physical access, or participation as directed by the classroom teacher and appropriate District staff.
• Encourage independence and provide only the level of assistance necessary to safely support the student.
• Communicate regularly with teachers and appropriate staff regarding the student's needs, participation, safety, and progress.
• Provide appropriate supervision and assistance during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other school activities.
• Follow District procedures and required training related to student safety, mobility, lifting, transfers, personal care, and emergency situations.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality regarding student information.
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prefer prior experience working with children with special needs
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA