Future Part-Time Paraprofessional

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District; Missouri; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District is seeking a Part-Time Special Education Paraprofessional to support students under a teacher’s supervision in a resource or self-contained room.

The role requires a high school diploma and offers part-time hours (14–21 per week). Experience with children is preferred; candidates should be able to obtain substitute teacher certification. Training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Candidates should be able to obtain substitute teacher certification and be competent in duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher with instruction of students in the classroom.
• Monitor the classroom during IEP meetings and staffings (sub-certification or teaching certification required to monitor).
• Assist with grading papers, phone calls, and related tasks.
• Assist with the physical care of students as needed.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 college hours

Substitute teacher certification eligibility

Job description

JOB TITLE: Part-Time Special Education Paraprofessional

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Note: Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY

Paraprofessionals work in a resource or self-contained room to assist special education students under a teacher’s supervision.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Experience working with children is preferred and is competent in the duties to be performed. Preference will be given to candidates who have a minimum of sixty (60) college hours and are able to obtain a substitute teacher certification and be competent in the duties to be performed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist the special education teacher with the instruction of special education students in the classroom. 2. Monitor classroom when there are IEP meetings and staffings (Only paraprofessional with a sub-certification or teaching certification to monitor a classroom.).
2. Assist the special education teachers as needed (i.e., grading papers, phone calls).
3. Assist with the physical care of special education students as needed (i.e. diaper changing, taking to the bathroom, and feeding).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

1. Assist in the lunchroom as assigned.
2. Assist at recess as assigned.
3. Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal.
4. Possess the ability to effectively communicate, verbally, and in written form, with administrators, staff, and the community as needed.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to maintain highly confidential information; communicate clearly both orally and in writing, and/or ability to reason and make appropriate decisions in high-stress situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

An individual who holds this position must have the ability to concentrate in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously. This employee should have good vision and hearing capabilities.

This employee will frequently lift over 20 lbs and occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. The employee will reach, stand, walk, climb, sit, grasp, and use repetitive movements in this role.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment will be on an at-will basis for 9 months, beginning with the first day of the work calendar or at the time of employment for the duration of the school year.Part-time paraprofessionals will work 14-21 hours per weekThe work calendar may be modified by the Board of Education at any time, as needs dictate.

A definite daily schedule will be established by the building principal and approved by the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel.

EVALUATION

End-of-the-year performance evaluations will then continue annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support staff personnel.