SPED Paraprofessional - Classroom Support & Student Success

Soaring Heights; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Soaring Heights in Joplin, Missouri is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for a 9-month term. The role supports classroom instruction, assists with individualized student needs, and collaborates with teachers and staff to enhance student learning outcomes.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional strategies, supporting behavioral and educational goals, and maintaining professional standards alongside the district's policies.

Qualifications

• 60 college credit hours or passing ParaPro assessment (before Sep 23, 2013).
• Passing Paraprofessional Assessment through Pearson (Sep 23, 2013 – Jun 20, 2024).
• Passing ParaPro Assessment through ETS (Jul 1, 2024 – Jun 30, 2026).
• Passing ParaPathways Assessment through ETS (Jul 1, 2026 forward).
• Complete the 20HR Substitute Certificate Course.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate communication and collaborative skills as part of an educational team.
• Implement instructional strategies developed for students.
• Support skills to aid student learning.
• Reinforce or reteach skills under teacher direction.
• Provide support to meet educational, behavioral, and physical needs of students.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

60 college credit hours

ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessments (various dates)

ParaPathways/ETS assessments

20HR Substitute Certificate Course

Job description

Soaring Heights in Joplin, Missouri is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for a 9-month term. The role supports classroom instruction, assists with individualized student needs, and collaborates with teachers and staff to enhance student learning outcomes.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional strategies, supporting behavioral and educational goals, and maintaining professional standards alongside the district's policies.