Paraprofessional-Full Time

Orchard Farm School District; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Retirement PSRS/PEERS and 403/457(b)

Job summary

Orchard Farm School District in St. Charles County, MO is seeking full-time paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year.

Paraprofessionals provide social, physical, and academic support in general and special education settings, including the cafeteria, classrooms, and assemblies. Responsibilities include assisting students with disabilities, managing behavior, and supporting teachers with instructional activities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 36-60 college credits or DESE approved 20-hour substitute certification preferred.
• Missouri substitute certification preferred; see DESE site for details.
• Ability to relate to students, staff and parents in a positive manner.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to use word processing and data entry systems.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally and to squat, bend, kneel, reach, walk and stand frequently.
• Ability to problem solve professionally and remain calm and patient.
• Ability to motivate students for classroom achievements.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities according to individualized needs, including transfers to and from wheelchairs and lifting or positioning.
• Assist with medical or personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Assist in managing student behavior and maintain classroom order.
• Keep teachers informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in staff development training, faculty meetings, and school events as requested.
• Help supervise arrival/departure and provide supervision across multiple settings during the day.
• Follow instructions from teachers and administrators.

Skills

Communication

Student relations

Following instructions

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Motivation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Substitute certification (preferred)

Tools

Word processing

Data entry systems

Job description

Orchard Farm School District is seeking full-time paraprofessionals to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year!

Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities. Orchard Farm School District is located in St. Charles County, MO with a current enrollment of approximately 2,600 students and growing. Over the last decade, new developments like Charlestowne and New Town, situated along Highway 370, have contributed significantly to our increase in enrollment. Orchard Farm has been named by staff as a Top Workplace since 2017.

• including health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid for the employee by the district.
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development are also offered by the district.
• Retirement "Pension" plan offered through PSRS/PEERS, along with many supplemental policies and 403/457(b) plans.

Paraprofessionals provide social, physical, and academic support and/or supervision in general and special education settings, including but not limited to the cafeteria, classrooms, recess, and assemblies. These services may include ambulatory, eating, and toileting assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• 36-60 credit hours from an accredited college/university or DESE approved 20-hour substitute certification course, preferred.
• Missouri substitute certification, preferred; see how to obtain below.
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
• Ability to follow written and oral communication
• 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 standfrequently
• Ability to problem solve situations in a professional and logical manner
• Ability to remain calm and patient at all times
• Ability to motivate students for classroom achievements

Information regarding how Missouri Teacher Certification or Substitute Certification may be obtained at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website: www.dese.mo.gov

An individual who holds this position is required to:

• Assist students with disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
• Assist students with physical care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Maintain confidentiality of information about children and their families in accordance with Board policy and law
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events when requested by administration
• Help supervise arrival and departure of students, and provide supervision and support in multiple settings throughout the school day
• Follow instructions from teachers and administrators

The position is in a regular school setting that is noisy and active. Occassional outdoor activities are required, such as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Transcripts, if applicable
• Certificate(s), if applicable
• 3 References - email/phone (must include your current or most recent supervisor)