Paraprofessional - Level 1

Pleasant Hill R-III School District•Pleasant Hill, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional Level I supports the instructional program in an assigned classroom by assisting with the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms. Under the supervising teacher’s direction, the role supports instructional plans, monitors student behavior during classroom and non-classroom periods, provides information to appropriate school personnel, and attends IEP meetings. The position reports to the Building Principal. The role may involve adapting classroom activities and materials, supporting students’ academic and daily living skills, implementing IEP plans, maintaining student records, and providing personal care or immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional. The paraprofessional helps maintain a safe, positive learning environment and maintains the confidentiality of student information. The position is for the 2026–2027 school year at Pleasant Hill Primary School. The base salary is $16.76 per hour, with potential increases based on education and experience. Applicants should complete an application through Frontline and submit a letter of interest, resume, and three current letters of recommendation.

Requirements

At least 60 college credit hours, or a passing score on the Paraprofessional Praxis, or a DESE Substitute Certification.
Submit an application, letter of interest, resume, and three current letters of recommendation.

Responsibilities

Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the supervising teacher’s direction to support classroom objectives.
Administer tests, homework, and make-up work, and modify student work as appropriate to support classroom goals.
Provide immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional, including care such as diapering, tube feeding, colostomy care, or medication assistance.
Use appropriate behavioral intervention techniques as directed by the supervising teacher to help maintain a safe environment.
Attend meetings and in-service presentations related to job functions, including first aid, CPR, and emergency procedures.
Communicate with supervising instructional staff and professional support personnel to assist with evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Escort students to and from buses or cars to support student and staff safety.
Implement plans designed by the IEP team under the assigned teacher’s supervision.
Maintain instructional materials and manual or electronic files and records.
Monitor students in assigned periods and locations, including restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeterias, and parking lots.
Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with adopted policies and guidelines.
Provide daily student care, including assistance with diapering, toileting, and restroom skills.
Provide individual and group instruction under the assigned teacher’s supervision in academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, and other activities.
Record daily or weekly behavior, academic, and prompt logs for students.
Remain with students at all times to support safety, remove students when necessary, and help de-escalate situations outside the classroom.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Attend IEP meetings.