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. The role works as part of an effective educational team and supports students’ educational, behavioral, and physical needs under the direction of the teacher. The position is classified and non-exempt, has a 9-month term, and is located in Irving. Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function. The work takes place in a typical classroom setting. The listed duties describe the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive; duties may change at the employer’s discretion.

Requirements

Obtain 60 college credit hours, or meet one of the listed assessment alternatives: pass the ParaPro Assessment before September 23, 2013; pass the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment from September 23, 2013 through June 20, 2024; pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026; or pass the ETS ParaPathways Assessment beginning July 1, 2026.
Complete the 20-hour Substitute Certificate Course.
Demonstrate communication and collaboration skills necessary to work as a member of an effective educational team.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting 50 pounds; frequently walking stairs and varied ground surfaces, bending and twisting the torso and neck, squatting or kneeling, and making repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements; and using close, distance, and peripheral vision and depth perception.
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.
Support students’ educational, behavioral, and physical needs.
Prepare for classroom instruction by grading, copying, taking roll, and completing other directed activities.
Use effective teaching techniques under the teacher’s direction to meet students’ individualized needs.
Implement preventative behavior strategies and interventions; teach behavior-related skills to individuals and small groups.
Provide for individual differences and model behavior interventions and classroom-management strategies for teachers.
Respond to student needs and remove barriers to learning.
Implement classroom modifications and accommodations effectively.
Supervise students as applicable, follow safety rules, and protect students’ safety and welfare.
Follow applicable Board policies, regulations, administrative procedures, directions from district administrators and supervisors, and state and federal laws.
Care for, properly use, and protect school property.
Maintain courteous and professional relationships with students, parents or guardians, district employees, and the public; communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service.
Protect confidential and sensitive information concerning staff and students.
Participate in professional development and obtain the skills and information needed to perform job duties.
Conduct official business professionally and promptly using district technology resources; arrive and leave at supervisor-specified times and attend required meetings.
Maintain accurate records and filing systems as required for accountability, audits, law, and Board policy.
Use practical math skills and read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, and handbooks as needed.
Carry out other duties as assigned.