Special Education Paraprofessional III — In-Class Support

Pleasant Hill R-III School District; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contribution

Voluntary benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

403b/457 enrollment

Job summary

Pleasant Hill R-III School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional Level 3 for the 2026-2027 school year at Pleasant Hill Primary School. The role provides instructional and behavioral support to students with special needs within regular or self-contained classrooms.

Qualifications include 60 college credits or Paraprofessional Praxis or a DESE Substitute Certification. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan enrollment.

Qualifications

• 60 college credits required for consideration.
• Pass the Paraprofessional Praxis or hold a DESE Substitute Certification.
• Demonstrated ability to meet Missouri Paraprofessional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEP goals and instructional plans.
• Deliver in-classroom support for students with special needs.
• Monitor student behavior and progress; document activities.
• Provide first aid and health-related support as directed.
• Communicate with therapists, case managers, and staff.
• Escort students to/from buses for safety.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adapt materials under teacher guidance to support objectives.

Education

60 college credits

Paraprofessional Praxis

DESE Substitute Certification

Tools

First aid

Behavior management

Data collection

Job description

Pleasant Hill R-III School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional Level 3 for the 2026-2027 school year at Pleasant Hill Primary School. The role provides instructional and behavioral support to students with special needs within regular or self-contained classrooms.

Qualifications include 60 college credits or Paraprofessional Praxis or a DESE Substitute Certification. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan enrollment.