Elementary Long Term Substitute- Paraprofessional

Orchard Farm School District; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Elementary in the Orchard Farm School District is seeking a positive Paraprofessional to join our Special Education team as a long-term substitute.

Responsibilities include assisting students with disabilities, supervising in the cafeteria, classroom, recess, and assemblies, and maintaining confidentiality. Anticipated start is late September to early October 2025 with potential continued roster placement.

Qualifications

• Relates to students, staff, and parents positively.
• Clear verbal and written communication essential.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities according to individualized needs.
• Help transfer to/from wheelchairs and assist with mobility.
• Support daily classroom and cafeteria supervision.
• Assist with feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene as needed.
• Help manage student behavior and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Reliability

Education

College credit hours (36) or DESE course

Missouri Substitute Certificate

Job description

Discovery Elementary is aLeader In Me Lighthouse School.We are seeking a positive and talented Paraprofessional to join our Special Education team as a long term substitute!

Paraprofessionals provide social, physical, and academic support and/or supervision in education settings, including but not limited to, the cafeteria, classrooms, recess, and assemblies.

Anticipated start date:Late September or early October 2025.

(after long term role, ability to stay on the substitute roster for additional positions within the district)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 36credit hours from an accredited college/university or 20-hour DESE approved substitute training course
• Missouri Substitute Certificate
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearely in verbal and written form
• Ability to follow written and oral communication
• Ability to problem solve

An individual who holds this position is required to:

• Assist students with disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
• Assist students with physical care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Maintain confidentiality of information about children and their families in accordance with Board policy and law
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events when requested by administration
• Help supervise arrival and departure of students, and provide supervision and support in multiple settings throughout the school day
• Follow instructions from teachers and administrators

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Missouri substitute teaching certificate required or valid Missouri teaching certificate (preferred)
• Job related experience is required
• Cleared Background Screenings including FBI Fingerprinting and Family Care Safety Registry, required
• Resume, copy of transcripts (if applicable), copy of certification, if applicable, 3 references email/phone, required

Information regarding Missouri Teacher Certification may be obtained at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website: www.dese.mo.gov

Substitute holding a Missouri Substitute Certificate:
Rate of pay: $125.00 a day ($133.00 a day in Early Learning Center only)

Additional $10.00/day after 10 days

*Long Term:$165.00/day

Substitutes holding a Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate:
Rate of pay: $150.00 a day ($158.00 a day in Early Learning Center only)

Additional $10.00/day after 10 days

*Long Term: $190.00/day

Retired OFSD Teacher

Rate of pay: $200.00 a day ($208.00 a day in Early Learning Center only)

Additional $10.00/day after 10 days

*Long Term:$240.00/day