Special Education Paraprofessionals

Position Type:Support Staff/Special Education ParaprofessionalDate Posted:4/22/2026Location:All SitesClosing Date:05/24/2026MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS60 college credit hours or associate degree requiredDESE Substitute certification or pass Parapro Praxis requiredExperience working as a paraprofessional preferredABA and /or Mandt (CPI) Certification or willingness to participate in training opportunities preferredESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESWorks cooperatively in a team approach in regard to the needs of studentsHelps students find appropriate ways of expressing and dealing with their feelingsFollows the instructions of the teacher in working with individual students or small groupsProvides a safe and positive environment for studentsAdheres to confidentiality policiesResponds to the needs of students, parents, and staffAccepts direction, supervision, and constructive criticismHandles multiple responsibilities with little supervisionSolves problems independently and effectivelySenses when an issue is beyond the scope of this position and requires the supervisor's attentionHelps with daily routines: Bathroom, Regular education classes, Library, Computer Lab, Recess, Lunch, Nurse, and MedicationHelps supervise arrival and departure of studentsAccepts additional responsibility willinglyOther duties as may be assigned by building administrator or DSEFor a complete listing of job responsibilities and fitness for duty requirements, see our Special Education Paraprofessional Instructional Support Job Description at www.mvr3.k12.mo.usTERMS: Full-time with benefits; $18.59+ per hour for 60 hrs/sub cert. or $19.82+ per hour for bachelor's with possible steps for experienceEFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 school yearSCREENING TO BEGIN: Immediately; open until filled CLASSIFICATION: Non-exemptRecommendation to be given at the May or June 2026 Board of Education meeting.NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: The Meramec Valley R-III School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law in the admission, access to, treatment, and employment in its programs, services and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning Meramec Valley R-III School District's compliance with nondiscrimination laws is directed to contact Mr. Tom, Sauvage, Assistant Superintendent, at 126 North Payne Street, Pacific, MO 63069, (636-271-1400).An Equal Opportunity Employer