Impactful Early Childhood Special Ed Para

Unionrxi; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Unionrxi is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional in Missouri to support teachers and students across individual and small-group activities. The role emphasizes assisting certified staff, reinforcing learning, and maintaining a safe, respectful classroom environment.

Applicants must meet state prerequisites (60 college hours or parquet paraprofessional certificate or substitute teaching certificate) and pass fingerprint/background checks.

Qualifications

• Missouri paraprofessional certificate or 60 college hours and substitute teaching certificate required.
• Bachelor’s degree and Missouri teaching certification preferred, not required.
• Criminal justice background clearance is required.
• Alternative qualifications may be considered by the Board/Superintendent.
• Coaching experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning as outlined by certified staff.
• Assists certified staff in developing strategies tailored to individual students.
• Monitors student work, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work.
• Performs clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties as assigned by staff.
• Alerts staff to problems or special information about students.
• Supervises students during lunch, play periods, and field trips.
• Maintains confidentiality and follows district policies.

Skills

Coaching experience

Education

Missouri paraprofessional certificate

60 college credit hours

Missouri substitute teaching certificate

Bachelor’s degree

Missouri teaching certification

Criminal background clearance

Job description

Unionrxi is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional in Missouri to support teachers and students across individual and small-group activities. The role emphasizes assisting certified staff, reinforcing learning, and maintaining a safe, respectful classroom environment.

Applicants must meet state prerequisites (60 college hours or parquet paraprofessional certificate or substitute teaching certificate) and pass fingerprint/background checks.