Special Education Paraprofessional Level 3

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

Special Education Paraprofessional Level 3 JobID: 888

• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Pleasant Hill Primary School

The Pleasant Hill School District is currently seeking qualified applicants for a current position of:

2026-2027 School Year

Education/Ways toward Certification:

• Minimum of 60 college credit hours or
• Passed the Paraprofessional Praxis or
• Hold a DESE Substitute Certification

Compensation: Base rate is $20.12 per hour with consideration given for experience

Benefits Offered Include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• District sponsored HSA Contribution
• voluntary benefits
• District sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• enrollment in 403b/457 retirement plans

Summary: The job of Paraprofessional Level 3 was established for the purposes of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the delivery of academic, medical and mental health services of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior and behavioral plans, documenting students activities and progress; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

This job reports to the Building Principal.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and IEP Goals.
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.
• Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students for the purpose of maintaining students' personal hygiene.
• Communicates with a variety of professionals (e.g. Speech Therapist, PTs, OTs, case managers, process coordinator, etc.) for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Escorts students to/from buses or cars for the purpose of ensuring the safety of all students and staff.
• Collects student and classroom data (e.g. behavior, completed assignments, on/off task times, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring student growth and possible IEP/BIP revisions and independently facilitate instruction and behavior supports or plans under the direction of the classroom teacher for the purposes of presenting, reinforcing and learning concepts.
• Provides necessary accommodations and modifications to increase accessibility in general education and special education environments.
• Remains current on educational practices through targeted professional development to support students who are significantly impacted by their disability.
• Maintains confidentiality of students' information for the purpose of following adopted policies and guidelines.
• Maintains manual and electronic files and/or records for the purpose of providing a written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Models conversation, manners, clean-up activities, listening, and everyday interactions for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Provides instruction to students, under the direction of the classroom teacher (e.g. math, science, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, etc.) for the purpose of implementing IEP goals; assisting in adapting to mainstream classrooms/; and ensuring student's success.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of providing student safety, removing students when necessary and de-escalating situations outside the classroom.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns through district approved procedures and techniques
• Provides physical management for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment when a student is in imminent danger of hurting self or others
• Utilizes positive presentation strategies and tools, ie, visual supports, positive reinforcement, specific student behavior support plans).

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

The Pleasant Hill R-III School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate

on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability or age.