Special Education Paraprofessional — Family‑Friendly Early Childhood

Fort Zumwalt School District; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Zumwalt School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the Early Childhood Center in Saint Peters, MO. The role reports to the Building Principal and follows a 9-month school calendar.

The paraprofessional will assist in instruction, support students with disabilities according to IEPs, and help with daily living skills, behavior support, and classroom operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preference for candidates with 60 college hours and substitute teacher certification.
• Experience with students with disabilities or in educational settings is strongly preferred.
• Flexibility, reliability, and commitment to supporting diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education or general education teacher with instruction of students.
• Support students with disabilities under the direction of school administration and special education teams.
• Monitor and assist students to complete tasks and follow IEP accommodations.
• Assist with daily living skills, feeding, toileting, and mobility as needed.
• Assist in teaching and modeling positive behaviors and behavior management.

Skills

Experience with children

Flexibility

Reliability

Commitment to diverse learners

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 college hours

Substitute teacher certification

Job description

Fort Zumwalt School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the Early Childhood Center in Saint Peters, MO. The role reports to the Building Principal and follows a 9-month school calendar.

The paraprofessional will assist in instruction, support students with disabilities according to IEPs, and help with daily living skills, behavior support, and classroom operations.