In School Suspension

Willard Public Schools; Willard (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Willard Public Schools is seeking an instructional aide to provide structured support for students who are completing academic work from other classes. The role emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, and the ability to adapt to varying deadlines.

The position requires 60 college hours or MO Paraprofessional Test scores and a Missouri substitute certificate, along with excellent written and verbal communication and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 60 college hours or passing score on the MO Paraprofessional Test and hold a Missouri subsitute certificate.
• Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Experience related to the specific responsibilities and competencies of the instructional aide role.
• Ability to multi-task and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Participates as an effective team member across all settings in a manner that promotes collaboration for student success by carrying out team decisions as assigned.
• Contributes relevant information and assists with planning, problem solving and decision making.
• Assists with the preparation of instructional/learning resources.
• Performs support tasks to enhance the effectiveness of the learning environment.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities as required.
• Supervise students in the cafeteria or as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications and/or classroom activities.
• Carries out work responsibilities effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions and new or emergency situations.
• Performs routine instructional and non-instructional support tasks, including clerical duties and use of adaptive/assistive equipment or technology.
• Meets applicable district physical ability as well as health and safety guidelines for the position.
• Demonstrates respect for students, staff and parents in all situations.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

60 college hours

Missouri substitute certificate

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Willard R-2 School District

• 60 college hours or passing score on the MO Paraprofessional Test and hold a Missouri subsitute certificate
• Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills
• Experience related to the specific responsibilities and competencies of the instructional aide role
• Ability to multi-task and take direction

General Summary:

This position provides a structured environment where students will complete their academic work from other classes while providing support for students. Flexibility and strong organizational skills are important. It is equally important to be goal driven and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while adhering to Board Policy.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Participates as an effective team member across all settings in a manner that promotes collaboration for student success by carrying out team decisions as assigned.
• Contributes relevant information and assists with planning, problem solving and decision making.
• Assists with the preparation of instructional/learning resources.
• Performs support tasks to enhance the effectiveness of the learning environment.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities as required.
• Supervise students in the cafeteria or as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications and/or classroom activities.
• Carries out work responsibilities effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions and new or emergency situations.
• Performs routine instructional and non-instructional support tasks, including clerical duties and use of adaptive/assistive equipment or technology.
• Meets applicable district physical ability as well as health and safety guidelines for the position.
• Demonstrates respect for students, staff and parents in all situations.

Type of Position: Hourly - non-exempt

Salary Schedule: Para

Reports to: Building administrator

Evaluated by: Building administrator

Term of service: 180 days, At-will employee

Postings current as of 10/30/2026 10:09:20 PM CST.

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