This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Paraprofessional - Special Education
The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment for all students. We seek compassionate individuals to assist in delivering specialized educational support to students with disabilities. The Special Education Paraprofessional assists teachers by supporting students with disabilities in both instructional and non-instructional activities. This role includes implementing behavior management programs, assisting with personal care needs, and ensuring a safe and effective learning environment under the direction of a certified teacher.
The job of Paraprofessional - Special Education is done for the purpose/s of assisting the teacher in the classroom with implementation of the daily curriculum and caring for the children and their needs; performing a variety of classroom, general and clerical duties related to assisting a student with special needs; and enhancing the effectiveness of learning opportunities for students with disability impairments and physical demands, under the direction of a certified teacher.
Essential Functions
Accompanies students throughout the day to classes or various sites (e.g. school field trip locations, classrooms, gymnasium, lunchroom, indoor and outdoor recess area, hallways, assembly locations, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring their safety and assisting them in meeting procedures and instructional requirements.
Assists students and teachers during emergency drills (e.g. fire, tornado, etc.) for the purpose of guiding students to the appropriate evacuation area; ensuring student safety; and meeting student and teacher needs.
Assists students individually or in small group utilizing the teacher's lesson plan (e.g. helps students in performing activities designed by the teacher, assists students with supplementary work, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring and reinforcing skills of all students.
Assists teacher in the classroom with an included/integrated student with a disability, data collection, etc. for the purpose of ensuring all needs are met.
Assists with implementation of behavior management programs designed by the teacher for the purpose of monitoring and reinforcing positive student behavior, discipline, and sensory support procedures for students as defined by the school.
Attends workshops and in-service training for the purpose of gathering information as required by the district to perform job functions.
Duplicates materials, type or word process information except confidential student-related material and information (e.g. instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing copies necessary to perform tasks.
Maintains daily student attendance records and data related to instruction for the purpose of ensuring the availability as required for historical reference.
Monitors and escorts students in corridors and other general access areas of the school for the purpose of ensuring that they get to assigned areas safely.
Performs CPR, de-escalation strategies, or other similar duties as may be required based upon student and/or IEP for the purpose of alleviating a crisis situation.
Performs tasks related to the health/hygiene of special education students (e.g. accompanies students to restroom, etc.) for the purpose of providing personal care needs as required.
Responds to request to assist students in crisis behavior (e.g. circumstances may be ambiguous (uncertain) or imminently (clearly) dangerous, etc.) for the purpose of supporting situation and following specific directions to secure the well-being of the student(s) within regulatory standards and guidelines.
Works with and supervises an individual student or small group of students for the purpose of utilizing the teacher's lesson plan.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Minimum of sixty (60) college credit hours required or completion of Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment or completion of Missouri's 20-hour online substitute training program upon hire (paid for by the district). As a condition of continued employment, job incumbent must have and retain a valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.
Experience: Job-related experience is desired.
Skills: Proficiency in assisting students with special needs, maintaining accurate records, and performing various classroom tasks.
Abilities: Ability to work with diverse individuals, manage tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.
Benefits FHSD offers a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package, including: Medical and dental plan options Vision coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000) District-paid Short-Term Disability Paid holidays Family coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.
Physical Demands Frequent walking, standing, and occasional lifting. Ability to handle various physical tasks associated with special education support.
Worksite address
o'fallon, MO, 63366, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.