Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional

Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Public School District seeks a Paraprofessional 1 to provide instructional support and direct care to students receiving special education services under teacher supervision.

The role includes preparing teaching materials, managing behavior, assisting with feeding and personal care, ensuring safety, and attending required in-service training. Candidates should meet the minimum education/training requirements and demonstrate professionalism in a fast-paced school setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Completion of the 20-hour Substitute Training Course by start date; or Passing of the Paraprofessional Exam by start date; or 60 + college credits.
• Preferred: Official Transcripts with 60 hours of college credit.
• Prior experience in a school setting and/or working with young people.
• Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare student material and reinforce previously taught material as described by the teacher.
• Manage student behavior and classroom organization, implement policies, rules and/or regulations.
• Provide direct caregiving services (i.e., feeding, toileting, personal care) under the supervision of teachers and staff.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
• Respond in a calm manner to students displaying aggressive behaviors.
• Meet and/or escort students at designated times.
• Demonstrate a positive and cooperative attitude when performing tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students and employees.
• Attend and document participation of required yearly in-service training (10 to 15 hours).
• Adhere to district policies and departmental, building and classroom procedures.
• Understand and adhere to Board policies and procedures.
• Para 2’s and 3’s: Attend/keep current on restraint and other advanced training, if applicable as directed by the Special Education Director or Assistant Director; apply knowledge and procedures to student situations when appropriate to respond to crises.
• Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of the Columbia Public School District.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Education

60+ college credits

Job description

Columbia Public School District seeks a Paraprofessional 1 to provide instructional support and direct care to students receiving special education services under teacher supervision.

The role includes preparing teaching materials, managing behavior, assisting with feeding and personal care, ensuring safety, and attending required in-service training. Candidates should meet the minimum education/training requirements and demonstrate professionalism in a fast-paced school setting.