Paraprofessional - SPED

Joplin R 8 School District•Joplin, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The paraprofessional supports the teacher and classroom in developing, implementing, and monitoring a program designed to enhance students’ academic and behavioral success. Under the direction of the teacher, the paraprofessional implements instructional strategies, reinforces or reteaches previously learned skills, and provides educational, behavioral, and physical support to meet students’ needs. The role is classified, non-exempt, and has a nine-month term. It is located at East Middle School and reports to the Building Principal.

Requirements

Meet one of the stated education or assessment qualifications: obtain 60 college credit hours; pass the ParaPro Assessment before September 23, 2013; pass the Paraprofessional Assessment through Pearson from September 23, 2013 through June 20, 2024; pass the ParaPro Assessment through ETS from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026; or pass the ParaPathways Assessment through ETS from July 1, 2026 onward.
Complete the 20-hour Substitute Certificate Course.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

Support the teacher and classroom in developing, implementing, and monitoring programs that promote students’ academic and behavioral success.
Collaborate as a member of an effective educational team.
Implement instructional strategies developed for students and perform duties that support the skills being learned.
Under the teacher’s direction, reinforce or reteach previously learned skills.
Provide support to meet students’ educational, behavioral, and physical needs.
Prepare for classroom instruction, including grading, copying, and taking roll as directed.
Implement effective teaching techniques to address students’ individualized needs.
Implement preventative behavior strategies and interventions, and teach behavior-related skills to individuals and small groups.
Provide for individual differences and respond to student needs by removing barriers to learning.
Model behavior interventions and classroom management strategies for teachers.
Implement classroom modifications and accommodations effectively.
Supervise students as applicable, follow safety rules, and care for and protect school property.
Follow applicable Board policies, regulations, administrative procedures, supervisor directions, and state and federal laws.
Maintain professional relationships and communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, the school district, families, and the community as required.
Provide excellent internal and external customer service and safeguard confidential or sensitive staff and student information.
Participate in professional development and obtain skills and information needed to perform job duties.
Conduct official business professionally and promptly using district technology resources; arrive and leave at assigned times and attend required meetings.
Maintain accurate records and filing systems as required for accountability and audit purposes.
Use practical math skills and read and apply documents such as work orders, safety rules, and handbooks as needed.
Carry out other duties as assigned.