Special Education Paraprofessional II - Student Support

Springfield Public Schools; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional II to support instructional programs in special education. You will assist individual and small groups, reinforce learning concepts, monitor student behavior, and report progress to teachers and administrators.

Under the supervision of the principal, you will help students develop social skills, self-care routines, and academic skills in varied settings, including classroom, field trips, and activities, ensuring a safe, positive learning

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is preferred.
• Must have ability to obtain current Substitute Teaching Certificate. For more information please visit www.dese.mo.gov.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers in specialized and/or mainstream classroom in presenting instructional materials.
• Assists in improving students' learning skills, self-care, and social development.
• Attends meetings, trainings, etc. for the purpose of receiving and conveying information.
• Communicates with teachers regarding students' progress.
• Documents observations of student performance for records and mandated requirements.

Job description

Springfield Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional II to support instructional programs in special education. You will assist individual and small groups, reinforce learning concepts, monitor student behavior, and report progress to teachers and administrators.

Under the supervision of the principal, you will help students develop social skills, self-care routines, and academic skills in varied settings, including classroom, field trips, and activities, ensuring a safe, positive learning