Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional

North Kansas City Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

North Kansas City Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Tier 4 – Special Education to support classroom teachers and students within our district. You will help deliver instructional activities, manage materials, and assist with individual goals under supervision.

Responsibilities include data collection for IEP goals, implementing safety procedures, assisting with crisis intervention, and providing direct support to students during activities and transitions.

Qualifications

• Requires 36 college hours; pass Missouri paraprofessional test or complete 20-hour online substitute training; 60 college hours preferred.
• Missouri Teaching Certificate is preferred.
• Possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical attributes necessary to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Participates in required MANDT Training annually.
• Demonstrates proficiency in implementing Tier 3 Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Assists with implementing Board Policy as it relates to seclusion and restraint.
• Collects accurate data related to safe room procedures.
• Participates in the crisis response team.
• Direct instruction to reinforce skills related to IEP Goals.

Skills

Paraprofessional Test

Student Support

Safety & Confidentiality

Education

36 college hours

60 college hours preferred

Missouri Teaching Certificate preferred

Job description

North Kansas City Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Tier 4 – Special Education to support classroom teachers and students within our district. You will help deliver instructional activities, manage materials, and assist with individual goals under supervision.

Responsibilities include data collection for IEP goals, implementing safety procedures, assisting with crisis intervention, and providing direct support to students during activities and transitions.