Title I Paraprofessional

Hickman Mills C-1 Public Schools • Kansas City, MO

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Hickman Mills C-1 School District is accepting applications for a Title I Paraprofessional at Truman Elementary at Ervin. The paraprofessional assists teachers in supporting students’ educational welfare, including children with disabilities, and helps provide opportunities for them to reach their maximum potential. The role requires working cooperatively with teaching staff and the broader learning community, following teacher direction, and remaining uninvolved in situations unless directed by the teacher.

Applicants must meet the stated education or assessment qualification, be at least 21 years old, and be able to read, write, and understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Recommended candidates must pass background checks through the Missouri Division of Family Services, Missouri Highway Patrol, and Federal Bureau of Investigation. The annual salary range for the 2026–2027 school year is $22,695–$37,809, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• An associate degree, 60 college credit hours, or successful completion of the Pearson Education Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be able to read and write.
• Understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
• Demonstrate an interest in youth and their educational welfare.
• Have the ability and desire to assist teachers in supporting children with disabilities.
• Experience working with children in a group setting.
• Work well with students, parents, teachers, administrators, staff, and the learning community, demonstrating courtesy, tact, good judgment, and customer service skills.
• Be of good character, neat in personal appearance, dependable, reliable, prompt, flexible, and pleasant in manner and personality.
• Cooperate with teachers and be willing to take directions from teaching staff.
• Pass required background checks through the Division of Family Services, Missouri Highway Patrol, and Federal Bureau of Investigation if recommended for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in providing educational opportunities for children with disabilities to attain their maximum potential.
• Work cooperatively with teachers and follow directions from teaching staff.
• Remain uninvolved in situations unless directed by the teacher.
• Work courteously and effectively with students, parents, teachers, administrators, staff, and the learning community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree