Paraprofessional 2

Platte County School District; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness Center

PSRS/PEERS retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Leave

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tax-deferred plans

Sick leave pool

Staff Wellness Classes

Job summary

Platte County School District is seeking paraprofessionals for the 2026-27 school year. Eligibility includes 60 college credit hours, an associate’s degree or higher, or approved Missouri assessments. Training options are available to navigate certification requirements.

Benefits include health insurance for employees, a district wellness center, PSRS/PEERS retirement, Employee Assistance Program, paid leave, and extensive voluntary and optional plans to support staff well-being.

Qualifications

• 60 college credit hours or higher education requirement.
• Associate’s degree or higher required for eligibility.
• Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score (before Sep 23, 2013) is accepted.
• Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score (after Sep 23, 2013) or PCR-3 navigation support provided.

Education

60 college credit hours

Associate’s degree or higher

Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score

Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score - PCR-3

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