Behavior Support Paraprofessional

Willard Public Schools; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Willard R-2 School District is seeking a Behavior Support Paraprofessional to assist elementary staff with MTSS behavior interventions and SEL supports. You will help implement behavior plans, collect data, and support students in Tier 2/3 services under district guidance.

The role requires a High School Diploma with college credit or paraprofessional test, plus strong written, verbal, organizational, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, 60 college credit hours or paraprofessional test score.
• Training/experience related to MTSS paraprofessional role preferred.
• Background check clearance and strong written/oral/organizational/time-management/computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist elementary administrators and teachers with Tier 2/3 behavior support under MTSS.
• Assist in planning and problem solving; contribute to data-informed decisions.
• Prepare behavioral resources and support materials.
• Support students/teachers with behavior intervention strategies; collect and monitor data.
• Supervise students during instruction and activities; reinforce behavior plans.
• Assist with implementing behavior strategies in classroom and maintain inclusive environment.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and operate adaptive/assistive equipment as needed.
• Participate in MTSS team meetings and Crisis Prevention Training.

Skills

Written skills

Oral skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

60 college credit hours

Missouri paraprofessional test

Tools

Assistive equipment

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Willard R-2 School District

• Position Type: Multi Tiered System of Support (MTSS)/ Behavior Support Paraprofessional
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026

Position: Behavior Support Paraprofessional

Qualifications:

1. Education level - High School Diploma, 60 college credit hours or passing score on the Missouri paraprofessional test
2. Experience desired - Training and/or experience related to the specific responsibilities and competencies of the MTSS paraprofessional role.
3. Other requirements - Must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the Board of Education. Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and computer skills.

General Summary:

The behavior support paraprofessional provides assistance to elementary administrators and teachers with additional support for students who are in need of Tier 2 or 3 assistance in behavior management and social-emotional learning (SEL) in a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). The Behavior Support Para will support building classrooms utilizing materials developed and overseen by the district behavior coordinator, building administration and MTSS team. Flexibility, strong initiative, ability to multi-task and take direction are important. It is equally important to be goal driven and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while adhering to Board Policy.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Participates as an effective team member across all settings in a manner that promotes collaboration for student success by carrying out team decisions as assigned.
2. Contributes relevant information and assists with planning, problem solving and decision making.
3. Assists with the preparation of behavioral resources.
4. Supports students and teachers in the implementation of behavior intervention strategies, collects and monitors data on student performance and assists in data-informed decision making.
5. Supervises students during teacher-led instruction and teacher-planned activities and interventions for individuals and groups.
6. Assists the teacher with implementation of behavioral support strategies and plans in the classroom that respect individual differences, foster student achievement and maintain supportive and inclusive environments.
7. Performs support tasks to enhance the effectiveness of the learning environment.
8. Provides supervision and behavior support for students assigned to the in-school suspension classroom and communicates closely with the teacher(s).
9. Participates in Crisis Prevention Intervention training and other professional growth opportunities as required.
10. Is an active participant in MTSS team meetings.
11. Supervises students in the cafeteria, recess, arrival/dismissal or as assigned by the building administrator.
12. Maintains confidentiality in all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications and/or classroom activities.
13. Carries out work responsibilities effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions and new or emergency situations.
14. Performs routine instructional and behavioral support tasks, including clerical duties and use of adaptive/assistive equipment or technology.
15. Meets applicable district physical ability as well as health and safety guidelines for the position.
16. Demonstrates respect for students, staff and parents in all situations.

Type of Position: Hourly, non-exempt

Salary Schedule: Para

Reports to: Building Administrator

Evaluated by: Building Administrator

Terms of Service: 180 days, at-will employee

Postings current as of 11/6/2026 7:34:16 AM CST.