Special Education Paraprofessional — Medical-Needs Support

UNION R-XI SCHOOL DISRTICT; Union (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

UNION R-XI SCHOOL DISTRTICT is seeking a paraprofessional to assist teachers and support students with a range of medical and educational needs. The role requires working closely with certified staff to reinforce instruction and to help implement individual strategies for diverse learners.

Ideal candidates will have a Missouri paraprofessional certificate or 60 college hours, plus a substitute teaching certificate, and must pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional certificate or 60 college hours and Missouri substitute teaching certification required.
• Criminal background clearance required.
• Transcripts or test results must be submitted with the application.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning as outlined by certified staff.
• Assists certified staff in devising strategies based on students’ needs, interests, and abilities.
• Monitors work, corrects papers, and supervises tests and makeup work as assigned.
• Performs clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties as assigned by certified staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information and works to keep a safe learning environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and Missouri teaching certification

60 college credit hours

Missouri paraprofessional certificate

Missouri substitute teaching certificate

Job description

UNION R-XI SCHOOL DISTRTICT is seeking a paraprofessional to assist teachers and support students with a range of medical and educational needs. The role requires working closely with certified staff to reinforce instruction and to help implement individual strategies for diverse learners.

Ideal candidates will have a Missouri paraprofessional certificate or 60 college hours, plus a substitute teaching certificate, and must pass a background check.