Classroom Support Assistant (Paraprofessional I)

Springfield Public Schools; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional I to support instructional activities in the Learning department. The role focuses on assisting students individually or in small groups, reinforcing lesson concepts, and handling light clerical tasks to aid classroom operations.

Applicants should have sixty college hours completed and be prepared to obtain the Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

• Sixty college hours completed; experience preferred.
• Must obtain Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.
• Criminal Background Clearance required; satisfactory results.
• Knowledge of basic math and ability to read manuals.
• Ability to communicate with teachers and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and administer classroom activities under supervision.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with assignments.
• Attend meetings and convey information relevant to job functions.
• Communicate progress with teachers and contribute to needs assessments.
• Implement interventions and reinforce learning concepts.
• Maintain files and records; support clerical tasks.
• Monitor students to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Respond to emergencies and direct to appropriate personnel.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Student support

Small group instruction

Communication with teachers

Clerical support

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Sixty college hours completed

Tools

Office software

Job description

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional I to support instructional activities in the Learning department. The role focuses on assisting students individually or in small groups, reinforcing lesson concepts, and handling light clerical tasks to aid classroom operations.

Applicants should have sixty college hours completed and be prepared to obtain the Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.