26-27 Paraprofessional, Head Start

High Grove Early Childhood Center; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

High Grove Early Childhood Center in Grandview, Missouri is hiring for a full-time Paraprofessional in Head Start. The role supports the teacher, helps implement Head Start standards, and engages with preschool children daily.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, and CDA credentials or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development. Experience with preschoolers is preferred, with responsibilities spanning classroom activities, family communication, and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDA credentials and/or Associate Degree in Early Childhood required.
• Experience with preschool children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing Head Start Performance Standards.
• Support classroom activities and individual child needs.
• Maintain daily sign-in/out, safety, and classroom routines.
• Communicate with families and participate in parent meetings.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Child engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credentials or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development

Job description

26-27 Paraprofessional, Head Start

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Job Details

Job ID: 5966348

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE:Applicantsmeeting at least one of the following qualifications need only apply:

• Successfully passed Paraprofessional Praxisor completed a minimum 60 college credit hours
• Within the first 2 years of employment must obtain CDA orAssociates Degree in Early Childhood Development(Grant for funding of the full CDA/Associates is availablethough Head Start)

This is a full-time(7 hours/day, 5 days/week/ 188 Days per yr) position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have CDA credentials and/or minimum Associates Degree in Early Childhood
• Successful experience working with preschool children desired
• Able to lift, carry, and hold children up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stoop, crawl, kneel, bend in order to speak with children a the child's eye level, to play with children and to pick up toys/materials and equipment from floor.

JOB GOAL:

To assist the teacher in the implementation of Head Start Performance Standards.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To understand components of Head Start and be supportive of the team approach.
• To assist in implementing a program for children that will provide experiences that encourage individual differences of the children regardless of special abilities, talents, ethnic heritage, culture, and language
• Share responsibilities of maintaining the physical environment by assembly materials needed for the daily activities, being responsible for daily sign in/sign out of children, and participating in the daily classroom activities and making suggestions in planning and guiding of the learning activities
• Understand, support, and implement a process oriented curriculum
• Assist in communicating and establishing rapport with families
• Attend and participate in parent and staff meetings and training sessions
• Write personal notes, anecdotal comments, anecdotal records, running records, incident reports, and other correspondence concerning children assigned to his/her care as specified
• Participate in at least two home visits and two parent conferences per year
• Know and use appropriate, positive guidance, and discipline techniques
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness of children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom, on the playground, and on field trips
• Act as a team member in lesson planning and record keeping
• Maintain client confidentiality according to established policy
• Attend all required meetings including designated evening meetings
• Submit physical examination to include tubercular screening, upon hiring
• Maintain current Food Handler’s Permit
• Follow district policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.60 to $26.01 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA