Middle School Paraprofessional - Student Support Champion

Orchard Farm School District; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Retirement PSRS/PEERS

Job summary

Orchard Farm School District in Missouri seeks a paraprofessional to join Orchard Farm Middle School. The role provides social, physical and academic support in general and special education settings, including supervision in cafeteria, classrooms, and during assemblies.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 60 college credits or DESE 20-hour substitute certification, and preferred Missouri substitute certification. Emphasis on reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 60 college credits or a DESE approved 20-hour substitute course is required.
• Missouri substitute certification preferred.
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents positively.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to use word processing and data entry systems.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to squat, bend, kneel, reach, walk and stand frequently.
• Ability to problem solve professionally and remain calm.

Responsibilities

• Provide social, physical, and academic support and supervision in general and special education settings.
• Assist with ambulatory, eating and toileting needs as applicable.
• Assist students with disabilities according to individualized needs.
• Help manage student behavior and keep the teacher informed of needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about children and families.
• Participate in staff development and attend meetings and events when requested.
• Assist with arrival/departure and supervise students in multiple settings.
• Follow instructions from teachers and administrators.

Skills

Relate to students

Clear communication

Follow directions

Word processing

Data entry systems

Lifting 75 lbs

Move and kneel

Calm under pressure

Motivate students

Education

High school diploma

60 college credits

Substitute certification preferred

Job description

Orchard Farm School District in Missouri seeks a paraprofessional to join Orchard Farm Middle School. The role provides social, physical and academic support in general and special education settings, including supervision in cafeteria, classrooms, and during assemblies.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 60 college credits or DESE 20-hour substitute certification, and preferred Missouri substitute certification. Emphasis on reliability and teamwork.