26-27 Paraprofessional - Accessible Education Assistant

Jefferson-City-School-District; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson City School District is seeking a Paraprofessional - Accessible Education Assistant to support students with disabilities and assist in creating accessible instructional materials. Immediate start with district-wide responsibilities in Jefferson City, MO.

The role requires 60 college credits, a paraprofessional assessment, and a 20-hour substitute certificate course. Candidates should be prepared to work under supervision with various education staff and adapt to diverse accessibility

Qualifications

• 60 college credit hours required.
• Paraprofessional assessment required.
• 20-hour substitute certificate course required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating accessible educational materials for students with disabilities using various formats.
• Use and develop technology and accessibility tools to create/modify instructional materials.
• Collaborate with special education staff to support access to instruction.
• Work under supervision of coordinating specialists and principals.

Skills

Effective under direction

Self-driven

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Technology literacy

Effective communication

Confidential matters handling

Willingness to assume responsibilities

Education

60 College Credit Hours

Paraprofessional Assessment

20-HR Substitute Certificate

Tools

Accessibility tools

Job description

26-27 Paraprofessional - Accessible Education Assistant

Jefferson City School District District Wide - Jefferson City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5945759

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional - Accessible Education Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: 60 College Credit Hours / Paraprofessional Assessment / 20HR Sub. Certificate Course

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• A demonstrated ability to work effectively under the direction of others.
• A demonstrated ability to be self driven
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Ability to organize, be flexible and multitask
• Ability to utilize technology resource
• A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to utilize mature and discreet judgment and handle confidential matters.
• Willingness to assume any responsibilities, which are appropriate for the position
• Assist in creating accessible educational materials for students with disabilities using a variety of formats and methods, including braille, enlarged print, tactile materials, adapted documents, and other accessible formats.
• Use and develop skills with a variety of technology and accessibility tools to create, modify, and produce instructional materials, while demonstrating a willingness to learn new software, devices, and accessibility technologies as needed.
• Collaborate with special education staff and other school personnel to prepare individualized materials that support students’ access to instruction and align with their specific learning and accessibility needs.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Must work under the direct supervision of coordinating specialists
• May assume limited duties that are assigned to similar personnel
• Participate in training activities as required by the District.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Federal Programs, principal or supervising teacher, which are related to facilitating success.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Contact Information: Human Resources 315 E Dunklin Street Jefferson City MO 65101

573-659-3013

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of referral and applicants for employment, and all professional organizations that have entered into agreements with our School District are hereby notified that our School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Toree Hamilton
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]