Special Education Paraprofessional - Essential Skills (2026-2027)

Applitrack; Willard (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Willard R-2 School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional - Essential Skills for the Willard Intermediate North campus. The role supports supervising teachers and building principal, focusing on organized, confidential student support and instructional assistance.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, 60 college hours or paraprofessional test, CPI certification (on-site training offered), and ability to lift 60 lbs. Background check is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 60 college hours or paraprofessional assessment required.
• Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Must pass background check and CPI certification or on-site training offered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing environment to promote learning.
• Assist in managing individual or small group behavior.
• Assist in managing individual or small group learning.
• Accept direction from supervisors (including supervising teacher).
• Willingness to assist students with disabilities with toileting skills, as needed.
• Willingness to assist students with disabilities with eating, as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Team attitude

Ability to lift 60lbs

CPI certification

Background check clearance

Education

High School diploma / GED

60 college hours or paraprofessional assessment

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Willard R-2 School District

Special Education Paraprofessional - Essential Skills (2026-2027) JobID: 2970

• Date Posted:
  9/25/2026
• Location:
  Intermediate School - North

Position: Special Education Paraprofessional - Essential Skills - Willard Intermediate North

Qualifications:
1. High School diploma or GED required
2. Meets all requirements outlined by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as it pertains to an instructional paraprofessional; which includes 60 college hours or passing the paraprofessional assessment--see more information at http://www.mo.nesinc.com/Home.aspx
3. Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills
4. Ability to work with students with disabilities
5. Team attitude
6. Ability to lift 60lbs.
7. Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification course - if not completed district does offer on-site course.
8. Must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the Board of Education.

General Summary:

This position provides assistance to one or multiple supervising teachers and/or building principal. Flexibility and strong organizational skills are important. It is equally important to be goal driven and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while adhering to Board Policy.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the organization environment to promote learning
2. Assist in the management of individual or small group behavior
3. Assist in the management of individual or small group learning
4. Accept direction from supervisors (including supervising teacher)
5. Willingness to assist students with disabilities with toileting skills, as needed
6. Willingness to assist students with disabilities with eating, as needed
7. Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of instructional methods and techniques of classroom control to be an effective instructional assistant
8. Conducts themselves in a professional manner when dealing with students, immediate teacher/supervisor(s), and other faculty members
9. Must complete in-service hours in accordance with the Missouri State Plan for Special Education. District will provide these hours.
10. Understands and abides by confidentiality mandates
11. Takes initiative in situations calling for leadership; as needed

Type of Position: Hourly, Non - Certified

Reports To: Director of Special Services

Evaluated By: Supervisory Special Services Teacher, Building Principal, Assistant Director, and Director of Special Services

Term: 180 Days (additional days when appropriate) At-Will Employee

Postings current as of 10/3/2026 12:33:15 PM CST.

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