Teacher's Aide | Kansas City, Missouri

Empower students and support educational growth by taking on a flexible, impactful role as a paraprofessional in a dynamic school environment near Kansas City, MO. This contract, per-diem opportunity is an excellent match for dedicated professionals skilled in working with students with special needs. Your expertise will help create an inclusive, safe, and encouraging learning environment across a network of local schools.

Key Qualifications:

• Hold an active Missouri substitute certification (SUB cert on DESE); candidates in the process of obtaining certification may begin once active.
• Previous experience working in schools, particularly with behavioral interventions or SPED classrooms.
• Comfortable supporting students with behavior needs, following Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and assisting with 1:1 or classroom aide duties — including toileting when needed.
• Fingerprinting required per district guidelines.
• Must be able to adapt quickly to various elementary, middle, or high school settings and grade levels.
• Tech-savvy to efficiently use an app for scheduling and shift selection.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to daily call-outs, filling in as a paraprofessional where coverage is needed throughout the district (primarily elementary schools).
• Support teachers and SPED teams in maintaining classroom structure and ensuring the safety and success of students.
• Communicate effectively with staff regarding student progress and concerns.
• Foster positive, respectful interactions with students needing behavioral and academic support.
• Maintain professionalism across various assignments and adapt to each classroom’s unique needs.
• Pick up shifts as available—work as little as one day or up to five days a week based on your availability, with scheduling and assignments managed through an app.

In this role, you’ll earn $20.00 per hour for all shifts you work, giving you the flexibility to tailor your work schedule to your needs.

Help make a difference in the lives of students—apply now through the designated link for full consideration: https://wkf.ms/3KECZ5K. Step into a rewarding, flexible assignment and help shape brighter futures!