Special Education Paraprofessional — Family‑Friendly Workplace

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist students in resource or self-contained classrooms under a teacher’s supervision. This role supports instruction and helps create a safe, productive learning environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; preference given to candidates with 60 college hours and the ability to obtain substitute teacher certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience with children preferred.
• Candidates with 60 college hours and substitute teacher certification are preferred.
• Ability to assist with instruction and basic classroom tasks as directed by the teacher.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher with instruction.
• Monitor classroom during IEP meetings and staffings (only paraprofessional with sub-certification or teaching cert to monitor).
• Assist with grading papers and communications as needed.
• Assist with physical care of students as needed (e.g., diaper changes, bathroom assistance, feeding).

Skills

Assist in classroom instruction

Basic classroom management

Communication with staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 college hours preferred

Substitute teacher certification preferred

Job description

Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist students in resource or self-contained classrooms under a teacher’s supervision. This role supports instruction and helps create a safe, productive learning environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; preference given to candidates with 60 college hours and the ability to obtain substitute teacher certification.