Special Education Paraprofessional - Empower Young Learners

Young World Physical Education; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District in St. Peters, MO, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and assist teachers with instruction in the Early Childhood Center.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP accommodations, supervising students in various settings, assisting with daily living skills, and collecting data to monitor progress, while collaborating with general and special education staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preference for candidates with at least 60 college hours and substitute teacher certification.
• Experience with students with disabilities or behavioral needs preferred.
• Candidate should be flexible, reliable, and committed to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education or general education teacher with instruction of special education students.
• Meet the needs of all students with disabilities on campus under the direction of school administration and special education teams.
• Monitor and assist students to complete tasks and provide accommodations per the IEP.
• Assist with the physical care of special education students as needed (diaper changes, bathroom, feeding).
• Assist in teaching and modeling positive behaviors.
• Assist students in daily living skills such as feeding, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide support in monitoring, intervening, and redirecting student behaviors; help prevent de-escalation when needed.
• Monitor classroom when teacher is unavailable due to other responsibilities.
• Assist students with the use of assistive technology.
• Assist in data collection related to IEP goals.
• Lead individual and small group activities under teacher direction.
• Facilitate communication between general education and special education teachers.
• Escort students to and from classes, activities, and transportation buses as needed.
• Maintain documentation and records for student files; keep computer files updated.

Skills

Support students with disabilities

Student supervision

Behavior support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 college hours

Job description

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District in St. Peters, MO, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and assist teachers with instruction in the Early Childhood Center.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP accommodations, supervising students in various settings, assisting with daily living skills, and collecting data to monitor progress, while collaborating with general and special education staff.