Paraprofessional 1

Platte County School District; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness Center

PSRS/PEERS plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Annual Leave

Job summary

Platte County School District is seeking a para­professional for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports teachers, assists students, and helps maintain a positive learning environment.

Eligibility includes 60 college credits or an associates degree or higher, plus state paraprofessional assessments or approved training. The district offers health insurance, a wellness center, retirement plans (PSRS/PEERS), an EAP, paid leave, and other benefits to employees, reflecting a commitment to staff

Qualifications

• Meets Missouri paraprofessional qualification requirements.
• External applicants may apply as Substitute Teacher or Student Teacher.
• Verification of training or certification (ParaPro/Paraprofessional).

Skills

60 college credits

Associate degree or higher

ParaPro Assessment

Paraprofessional Assessment

Substitute training

Education

60 college credit hours

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

At Platte County School District, we believe our learners thrive because of extraordinary educators - those who inspire curiosity, create meaningful experiences, and build strong connections. Here, you’ll find a community that values innovation, growth, and belonging.

This position will begin during the 2026-27 school year.

Individuals with one of the following qualifications are eligible to be a paraprofessional:

• 60 college credit hours,
• Associate’s degree or higher,
• Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score (before September 23, 2013),
• Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score (after September 23, 2013) - PCR-3 supports selected candidates in navigating this process, or
• Completed Missouri’s 20-hour online substitute training program.
  Missouri’s 20-hour

Apply as an external applicant if you are a:

• Substitute Teacher
• Student Teacher

Benefits Overview

• Health insurance paid for employees
• District Wellness Center
• Defined Benefit Plan - PSRS or PEERS
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Annual Leave Days
• Life, vision, and dental insurance available to employees
• Health Savings Account and Cafeteria Plans available
• Tax-deferred employee plans
• Sick leave pool
• Staff Wellness Classes available at no charge
• Excellent working environment