Behavior Support Paraprofessional

Willard Public Schools; Willard (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

Willard Public Schools is seeking a Behavior Support Paraprofessional to support elementary administrators and teachers with Tier 2/3 behavior management and SEL within MTSS. The role emphasizes collaboration, confidentiality, and data-informed decision making.

The paraprofessional will work under building administration, assisting with behavior resources, data collection, and implementing strategies to foster inclusive classrooms and student achievement.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a high school diploma, 60 college credits, or passing Missouri paraprofessional test.
• Experience related to MTSS paraprofessional role preferred.
• Background check satisfactory to Board of Education; strong written, oral, organizational, time management and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates as an effective team member across settings to promote student success.
• Contributes information and assists with planning, problem solving and decision making.
• Assists with the preparation of behavioral resources.
• Supports students and teachers in implementing behavior strategies and data-informed decisions.
• Supervises students during instruction and activities for individuals and groups.
• Assists with behavior support plans that respect differences and foster achievement.
• Performs tasks to enhance learning environment.
• Provides supervision in in-school suspension and communicates with teachers.
• Participates in MTSS team meetings and professional growth.
• Supervises students in cafeteria, recess, arrivals/dismissals as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of students, families, and classroom activities.
• Performs routine instructional and behavioral support tasks and uses assistive technology.
• Meets district health and safety guidelines for the position.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

60 college credits

Missouri paraprofessional test

Job description

Behavior Support Paraprofessional

• Date Posted: 7/20/2026

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