ELD Paraprofessional Specialist — Student Support

HILLTOP; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilltop in Lees Summit, MO, seeks a Paraprofessional Specialist for English Language Development. This role supports instruction, data collection, and behavior plans under the supervision of the school’s teacher and principal.

The position requires 60 college credit hours and MO paraprofessional testing, with duties spanning adapting activities, collaborating with therapists, and ensuring student safety and progress. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Must have 60 college credit hours and pass the Paraprofessional test in MO.
• Ability to adapt activities and support IEP goals.
• Read and follow classroom routines and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and materials under teacher direction to reinforce objectives.
• Communicates with Speech Therapist, PTs, COTAs, etc. to implement IEP objectives.
• Collects student data and monitors progress toward IEP/BIP goals.
• Provides accommodations and modifications to increase accessibility.
• Maintains confidentiality and records; follows policies and guidelines.
• Models appropriate social behavior and routines for students.
• Provides instruction to students under teacher direction in various subjects.
• Monitors students during periods to ensure safety and de-escalate as needed.
• Responds to emergencies following district procedures.

Skills

Adapt classroom activities

Collaborate with staff

Data collection & reporting

Confidentiality & professionalism

Education

60 college credit hours

MO Paraprofessional test or MO 20-hour substitute training

Job description

Hilltop in Lees Summit, MO, seeks a Paraprofessional Specialist for English Language Development. This role supports instruction, data collection, and behavior plans under the supervision of the school’s teacher and principal.

The position requires 60 college credit hours and MO paraprofessional testing, with duties spanning adapting activities, collaborating with therapists, and ensuring student safety and progress. Immediate start available.