Full-Time Paraprofessional: Help Students Thrive

Orchard Farm School District; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Retirement PSRS/PEERS and 403/457(b)

Job summary

Orchard Farm School District in St. Charles County, MO is seeking full-time paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year.

Paraprofessionals provide social, physical, and academic support in general and special education settings, including the cafeteria, classrooms, and assemblies. Responsibilities include assisting students with disabilities, managing behavior, and supporting teachers with instructional activities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 36-60 college credits or DESE approved 20-hour substitute certification preferred.
• Missouri substitute certification preferred; see DESE site for details.
• Ability to relate to students, staff and parents in a positive manner.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to use word processing and data entry systems.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally and to squat, bend, kneel, reach, walk and stand frequently.
• Ability to problem solve professionally and remain calm and patient.
• Ability to motivate students for classroom achievements.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities according to individualized needs, including transfers to and from wheelchairs and lifting or positioning.
• Assist with medical or personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Assist in managing student behavior and maintain classroom order.
• Keep teachers informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in staff development training, faculty meetings, and school events as requested.
• Help supervise arrival/departure and provide supervision across multiple settings during the day.
• Follow instructions from teachers and administrators.

Skills

Communication

Student relations

Following instructions

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Motivation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Substitute certification (preferred)

Tools

Word processing

Data entry systems

Job description

Orchard Farm School District in St. Charles County, MO is seeking full-time paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year.

Paraprofessionals provide social, physical, and academic support in general and special education settings, including the cafeteria, classrooms, and assemblies. Responsibilities include assisting students with disabilities, managing behavior, and supporting teachers with instructional activities.