Special Education Paraprofessional — Full-Time

Columbian Elementary; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Carthage School District R9 Columbian Elementary in Carthage, Missouri seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist teachers and support students with disabilities. This full-time position requires substantial college credits and MO certification credentials. Experience with disabled populations is preferred.

The paraprofessional will support instructional activities, move students, and communicate with staff and families as needed. Immediate starting date is available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with disabled populations is preferred.
• Must have 60 college credit hours and pass Missouri ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessments or equivalent.
• Completed Missouri’s 20-hour online substitute training program required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials as assigned.
• Provide services to students as assigned.
• Provide for individual differences.
• Assist students in completing assignments.
• Assist students in moving about the building.
• Demonstrate knowledge in working with disabled population.
• Use time effectively.
• Communicate effectively with students.
• Communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Experience with disabled populations

Education

60 college credit hours

Missouri ParaPro Assessment passing score

Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment passing score

Missouri’s 20-hour online substitute training program

Job description

Carthage School District R9 Columbian Elementary in Carthage, Missouri seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist teachers and support students with disabilities. This full-time position requires substantial college credits and MO certification credentials. Experience with disabled populations is preferred.

The paraprofessional will support instructional activities, move students, and communicate with staff and families as needed. Immediate starting date is available.