Special Education Paraprofessional

Meramec Valley R-III School District; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Meramec Valley R-III School District in Missouri is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional instructional support staff member. You will work under teacher supervision to assist students in small groups and during daily routines, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.

The role requires 60 college credits or an associate degree, and a DESE substitute certification or Parapro Praxis. ABA/Mandt training is preferred or may be pursued on-site.

Qualifications

• 60 college credit hours or associate degree required.
• DESE Substitute certification or pass Parapro Praxis required.
• Experience working as a paraprofessional preferred.
• ABA and/or Mandt (CPI) Certification or willingness to participate in training opportunities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works cooperatively in a team approach in regard to the needs of students.
• Helps students find appropriate ways of expressing and dealing with their feelings.
• Follows the instructions of the teacher in working with individual students or small groups.
• Provides a safe and positive environment for students.
• Adheres to confidentiality policies.
• Responds to the needs of students, parents, and staff.
• Accepts direction, supervision, and constructive criticism.
• Handles multiple responsibilities with little supervision.
• Solve problems independently and effectively.
• Senses when an issue is beyond the scope of this position and requires the supervisor's attention.
• Helps with daily routines: Bathroom, Regular education classes, Library, Computer Lab, Recess, Lunch, Nurse, and Medication.
• Helps supervise arrival and departure of students.
• Accepts additional responsibility willingly.
• Other duties as may be assigned by building administrator or DSE.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Education

60 college credits / associate degree

Job description

MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 60 college credit hours or associate degree required
• DESE Substitute certification or pass Parapro Praxis required
• Experience working as a paraprofessional preferred
• ABA and /or Mandt (CPI) Certification or willingness to participate in training opportunities preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works cooperatively in a team approach in regard to the needs of students
• Helps students find appropriate ways of expressing and dealing with their feelings
• Follows the instructions of the teacher in working with individual students or small groups
• Provides a safe and positive environment for students
• Adheres to confidentiality policies
• Responds to the needs of students, parents, and staff
• Accepts direction, supervision, and constructive criticism
• Handles multiple responsibilities with little supervision
• Solve problems independently and effectively
• Senses when an issue is beyond the scope of this position and requires the supervisor's attention
• Helps with daily routines: Bathroom, Regular education classes, Library, Computer Lab, Recess, Lunch, Nurse, and Medication
• Helps supervise arrival and departure of students
• Accepts additional responsibility willingly
• Other duties as may be assigned by building administrator or DSE

For a complete listing of job responsibilities and fitness for duty requirements, see our Special Education Paraprofessional Instructional Support Job Description at www.mvr3.k12.mo.us

TERMS: Full-time with benefits; $18.59+ per hour for 60 hrs/sub cert. or $19.82+ per hour for bachelor's with possible steps for experience

EFFECTIVE:Immediately

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

Recommendation to be given at the November 2026 Board of Education meeting.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: The Meramec Valley R-III School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law in the admission, access to, treatment, and employment in its programs, services and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning Meramec Valley R-III School District's compliance with nondiscrimination laws is directed to contact Mr. Tom, Sauvage, Assistant Superintendent, at 126 North Payne Street, Pacific, MO 63069, (636-271-1400).