SY 26/27 Paraprofessional (1st & 2nd Grade)

KIPP•Kansas City, MO

17h

About The Position

KIPP Kansas City Public Schools seeks a paraprofessional to support first- and second-grade students. The role supports high-quality literacy instruction aligned with Missouri State standards, including preparing materials, reinforcing foundational literacy skills in small groups, tracking student progress, and using assessment data to support academic growth. The paraprofessional collaborates with teachers and grade-level teams, builds trusting relationships with students and families, and contributes to the school's daily operations and culture. The role also supports rigorous learning connected to real-world experiences, including class projects, professional mentorships, internships, and job-shadowing opportunities. The employee is expected to participate in school events and supervisory duties, meet professional obligations, and engage in ongoing learning and development. This is a school-based position in a typical school or office environment, with work reported Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Missouri substitute teaching license with required certification for the assigned subject and level.
Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned core subject area.
Commitment to results and teamwork.
Commitment to educational equity and underserved communities.
Satisfactory background check.
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment and demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to foster an inclusive environment and work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to build strong relationships within the KIPP KC community.
Ability to travel to the work location.

Responsibilities

Assist with high-quality literacy instruction based on Missouri State standards.
Support the teacher in preparing and internalizing lesson plans and materials that meet students' diverse learning needs.
Work with small groups to reinforce foundational literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Maintain accurate records, grade books, and data-tracking systems.
Use assessment data to inform short- and long-term plans that promote student academic performance.
Support the classroom teacher with assigned duties.
Take personal responsibility for student achievement and collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
Establish and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students and families.
Participate in daily school functions, including morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties.
Attend staff meetings, open houses, student-led parent conferences, and other critical school events.
Meet professional obligations, including punctuality and deadlines, and exemplify school cultural expectations.
Support rigorous instruction connected to authentic, real-world learning experiences that promote college persistence, career exploration, and workforce readiness.
Assist with class-connected projects, professional mentorships, internships, and shadowing opportunities.
Collaborate with students, staff, and regional industry partners to design meaningful learning experiences with professional exposure and measurable outcomes.
Attend conferences, meetings, and training sessions virtually and in person within the region.