Special Needs Paraprofessional — Impactful Classroom Help

Supplemental Health Care, Inc.; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

CEU courses access

Job summary

Supplemental Health Care is hiring Paraprofessionals to work alongside teachers at partnering school districts to help students with special needs succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

You will assist with classwork, one-on-one support, mobility or personal care as needed, and help implement behavior plans and IEP goals. A collaborative, positive classroom environment is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with ParaPro score or an associate degree/48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours.
• At least 1 year experience with children.
• Experience with children with special needs or behavior management.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff.
• Experience supporting students one-on-one or in small groups.
• Experience implementing behavior plans and IEP goals.
• Ability to assist with mobility, personal care, or emotional regulation as needed.
• Ability to create a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-on-one or in small groups with classwork and daily routines.
• Assist with implementing behavior plans and IEP goals with care and consistency.
• Help students with mobility, personal care, or emotional regulation as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and staff to support students.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Patience

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro exam or associate degree

Two years of college coursework

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Supplemental Health Care is hiring Paraprofessionals to work alongside teachers at partnering school districts to help students with special needs succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

You will assist with classwork, one-on-one support, mobility or personal care as needed, and help implement behavior plans and IEP goals. A collaborative, positive classroom environment is essential.