Paraprofessional - Roseta (2026-27)

Columbia•Columbia, MO

About The Position

This position provides appropriate instruction and support to students who require special education services under the supervision of a teacher. Paraprofessionals are classified as Level 1, 2, or 3 based on their assignment; higher levels receive increased pay due to the specific nature of the assignment. This role is associated with the Roseta separate day program in Bethel. The position requires supporting students’ learning, behavior, personal care, and safe movement throughout the school setting. The employee works under the direction of classroom teachers, the Building Principal, and the Special Education Director, and has no supervisory responsibilities. Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function.

Requirements

Complete the 20-hour Substitute Training Course, pass the Paraprofessional Exam, or provide an official transcript documenting 60 hours of college semester credit.
Read, comprehend, and produce written and oral instructions, correspondence, and memos; communicate one-on-one and in small groups.
Perform basic arithmetic using units of American money, weight, volume, and distance.
Understand and follow verbal and written instructions; interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; and solve problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Perform basic computer tasks, including word processing and student-needs-related data entry on district-provided technology; use smart boards, projectors, and other instructional technology; and comply with district technology policies.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Identify individual students’ needs and abilities and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Frequently stand, stoop, bend, and kneel; move throughout the building and walk long distances.
Physically assist students with feeding, self-care, toileting, and movement; regularly lift 30 pounds and regularly lift students whose size and weight vary.
Quickly follow or catch up to a mobile student when needed and redirect the student to the appropriate class or activity.
Have close and distance vision.
Maintain consistent and regular attendance.
Work in a noisy and active school environment and outdoors for tasks such as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess.

Nice To Haves

Official transcripts with 60 hours of college credit.
Prior experience in a school setting and/or working with young people.
A professional and friendly demeanor and demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare student materials and reinforce previously taught material as described by the teacher.
Manage student behavior and classroom organization, and implement policies, rules, and regulations.
Provide direct caregiving services, including feeding, toileting, and personal care, under the supervision of teachers and staff.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
Respond calmly to students displaying aggressive behaviors.
Meet and/or escort students at designated times.
Demonstrate a positive and cooperative attitude when performing tasks.
Maintain confidentiality of information about students and employees.
Attend and document participation in required yearly in-service training of 10 to 15 hours.
Adhere to district policies and departmental, building, and classroom procedures, including Board policies and procedures.
For Paraprofessional 2 and 3 assignments, attend and keep current on restraint and other advanced training when directed by the Special Education Director, and apply the relevant knowledge and procedures to student situations when appropriate to respond to crises.
Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of the Columbia Public School District.