Special Education Paraprofessional

Fairview Elementary; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Elementary in Carthage, Missouri is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist the assigned special services teacher and work with students requiring individualized support. Immediate starting date and daily collaboration with building staff are key aspects of the role.

The position requires 60 college credits and passing Missouri ParaPro or Paraprofessional assessments, plus completion of Missouri’s 20-hour substitute training.

Qualifications

• 60 college credit hours required.
• Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score required (before Sept 23, 2013).
• Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score required (after Sept 23, 2013).
• Completed Missouri’s 20-hour online substitute training program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials as assigned.
• Provide services to students as assigned.
• Provide for individual differences.
• Assist students in completing assignments.
• Assist students in moving about the building.
• Demonstrate knowledge in working with disabled population.
• Use time effectively.
• Communicate effectively with students.
• Communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Experience with disabled populations

Education

60 college credit hours

Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score

Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score

Completed Missouri’s 20-hour online substitute training program

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5908201
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional

Responsible to: Building principal, Director of Special Services, and

special services teacher to whom assigned

Qualifications:

• 60 college credit hours
• Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score (before September 23, 2013)
• Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score (after September 23, 2013), or
• Completed Missouri’s20-hour online substitute training program

Experience in working with disabled populations preferred.

Primary Function:

To assist the special services teacher to whom assigned and to work with students assigned to that teacher.

Specific Duties:

Program Operation:

• Prepare materials as assigned.
• Provide services to students as assigned.
• Provide for individual differences.
• Assist students in completing assignments.
• Assist students in moving about the building.
• Demonstrate knowledge in working with disabled population.
• Use time effectively.
• Communicate effectively with students.
• Communicate effectively with staff.

Classroom Management:

• Assist in organizing classroom to promote learning.
• Demonstrate knowledge in working with students with behavior problems.
• Follow classroom management procedures as set by teacher.

Interpersonal Relationships:

• Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships with students.
• Demonstrate patience, respect and understanding for students.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships with staff.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships with parents.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Participate in professional growth activities.
• Demonstrate initiative and enthusiasm toward work.
• Follow the policies and procedures of the school district.
• Follow guidelines developed by the teacher.
• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Michelle Hensley , Fairview Principal
• Fairview Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]