Parapro | Kansas City, Missouri

A paraprofessional opportunity is available in Kansas City, MO, supporting students within elementary and K-12 special education settings. This contract position involves working 35 hours per week in various schools with a focus on instructional assistance and support for children with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in self-contained special education classrooms (K-5), assisting with social/emotional learning programs.
• Utilize skills in behavior de-escalation and managing aggression.
• Provide physical assistance when necessary, including mobility support and occasional physical management.
• Work in small groups or 1:1 settings within special education classrooms (K-8), including medical-related tasks such as toileting, lifting, feeding, and mobility.
• Assist high school students in functional skills programs (grades 9-12) by supporting work skills, foundational academics, and general education classes.
• Escort students between classes and assist with daily classroom routines.

Qualifications:

• Required sub certificate or successful completion of one of the following assessments:
  • ParaPro Assessment (prior to September 23, 2013),
  • Paraprofessional Assessment through Pearson (September 23, 2013 - June 20, 2024),
  • ParaPro Assessment through ETS (after July 1, 2024).
• Alternatively, completion of 60 college credit hours or a 20-hour Substitute Certificate Course.
• Experience working with children with disabilities, especially in special education environments.
• Skills in behavior management, de-escalation, and physical mobility support.
• Bonus: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential or background in medical assistance.

Location:

• Kansas City, MO area, primarily serving elementary schools but including K-12 settings.

This assignment offers a rewarding opportunity to positively impact student learning and development in diverse educational environments.

Qualified candidates interested in this paraprofessional role are encouraged to submit their resumes promptly. Apply today to support student success in a dynamic educational setting.