Paraprofessional (Special Education)

About the role

The West Platte School District seeks a Paraprofessional to support students in their special education department for the 2026-2027 school year. The position reports to the Building Administrator and/or Director of Special Services.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups.
• Escort the class to other instructional areas.
• Operate instructional equipment for the classroom.
• Aid students with mobility needs (lifting, toileting).
• Gather and produce instructional material for the classroom.
• Assist with appropriate behavioral intervention techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and family's academic and social needs.
• Aid in the planning and administration of daily lessons and activities.
• Aid in the administration and measurement of test results.
• Aid in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Aid in the implementation of the curriculum and measure student competencies.
• Collaborate with other staff members to meet holistic student needs.
• Implement accommodations and modifications to the curriculum as needed.
• Keep a daily log of student academic/social progress.
• Maintain a professional development log of hours completed.
• Supervise child's transportation to and from outside placements.
• Assist with field trips and class supervision.
• Help with seat work or individual student work.
• Assist with preparation of bulletin boards, learning centers, etc.
• Arrange instructional materials for the classroom.
• Attend meetings/training as requested.
• May be assigned routine clerical duties such as filing, typing, etc.
• May be assigned to specific assignments such as study halls, cafeteria supervision, health room, playground supervision, in-school suspension, after school detention, etc.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress, and professional manner.
• Adhere to all district rules, regulations, and policies.
• Work overtime as directed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 60 college hours with Missouri substitute teacher certification.
• Bachelor's Degree with Missouri teacher certification preferred.
• Possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical attributes necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

• 100% Board paid Health Insurance.
• 50% Board paid dental.
• Board paid life insurance.

Schedule

Full-time employment.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.