Special Education Para Professional in Kansas City, MO

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of K-12 students as a dedicated paraprofessional supporting special education programs near Kansas City, MO. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work across multiple school settings, playing a vital role in helping children and adolescents thrive in and out of the classroom.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children with disabilities in educational settings
• Missouri substitute certificate or successful completion of the ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessment(s) as required
• Minimum of 60 college credit hours or the equivalent certification
• Strong background handling social/emotional learning needs, de-escalation, and behavioral interventions
• Physical ability to assist with toileting, lifting, feeding, and mobility support
• Comfortable with occasional physical management or elopement situations
• Bonus for Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
• Prior experience, or comfort, in small group and 1:1 educational support environments
• Medical background advantageous for roles supporting students with medical needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Work 35 hours per week alongside special education teachers across elementary, K-8, and high school settings
• Serve as an instructional assistant, supporting both academic and social/emotional learning initiatives
• Engage in direct support of self-contained classrooms, managing behavioral challenges and assisting with physical needs
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, focusing on developing functional, social, and foundational academic skills
• Support general education classes and functional skills programs such as task-based activities and vocational training
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment

If you are passionate about supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs, this opportunity is for you. Step into a rewarding role where you can make a real impact every day. Apply now to embark on your next meaningful educational journey!