Paraprofessional: Essential Skills Program - Amazonia Elementary

This opening is for the 2026-27 school year.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesStudent Support & InstructionProvide instructional, behavioral, and personal support to students with significant developmental disabilities under the direction of the special education teacher.Assist students in developing functional academic, communication, social-emotional, adaptive, and daily living skills.Support students during classroom instruction, small group activities, community-based instruction, transitions, and inclusion opportunities as appropriate.Implement instructional strategies, accommodations, behavior support plans, and interventions as directed by certified staff.Assist with the use of visual supports, assistive technology, sensory supports, and structured routines to promote student success.Encourage student independence, self-regulation, and positive peer interactions.Behavior & Safety SupportAssist in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.Support students with behavioral, emotional, and sensory needs using positive behavior support strategies.Follow district procedures related to student supervision, crisis response, confidentiality, and behavior intervention.Provide support with personal care needs, including toileting, feeding, hygiene, mobility, and lifting as needed in accordance with student IEPs and district procedures.Maintain awareness of student medical, safety, and communication needs.Collaboration & CommunicationWork collaboratively with special education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and general education staff to support student success.Communicate professionally and respectfully with staff, students, and families.Participate in team meetings, training opportunities, and ongoing professional learning as directed.Accept direction and feedback from supervising staff and implement supports consistently.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with FERPA and district expectations.Demonstrate patience, flexibility, dependability, and a student-centered mindset.Perform other duties as assigned by administration.QualificationsRequiredHigh school diploma or equivalent.Ability to work effectively with students impacted by developmental disabilities and diverse learning needs.Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.Ability to physically assist students as needed, including lifting, positioning, and mobility support.PreferredParaprofessional certification or completion of required Missouri substitute/paraprofessional requirements.Experience working with students with developmental disabilities, ASD, behavioral needs, or adaptive skill instruction.Training or experience in behavior support, CPI, sensory regulation strategies, or assistive technology.