Paraprofessional Special Education Position Available In Clay, Missouri

Paraprofessional Special Education 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Liberty, MO Liberty Public Schools is one of Missouri’s top-rated school districts. We offer an exceptional benefits package and a great work/life balance. Join our district and be a part of something great! Special Education Paraprofessionals assist teachers by performing tasks relating to the physical and instructional needs of the students in a classroom setting. Depending on the classroom and/or building assignment, the Special Education Paraprofessional may support children with various degrees of special needs. This is a 10-month position (August through May), with an opportunity to work summer school in June. We offer other opportunities in the district to continue working during the summer months. Just ask! Paraprofessionals are eligible for benefits as listed below. Benefits Free Health, Dental & Vision insurance options 100% district paid life insurance and short-term & long-term disability Generous paid time off policy

• 3 paid holidays and 10 PTO days Retirement Plans

• PEERS/PSRS

  Pension, 403(b) and 457(b) + Pay Special Education Paraprofessional

• $16.76
• $21.03 per hour (based on relevant work experience) Severe Needs Paraprofessional
• $17.24
• 21.

63 per hour (based on relevant work experience) Schedule Monday through Friday Start and end times vary based on the school assigned Job Duties Assist students with basic academics (reading, language and math) Follow individual health plans (e.g. seizure activity, blood sugar monitoring) Assist with the personal care of students if needed (e.g. bathroom, eating, etc.) Attends to student’s health needs and follows individual health plans (e.g. seizure activity, blood sugar monitoring, tube feeding, colostomy bags, etc.) as directed by a healthcare professional Assist in the implementation of instructional programs including self-help and behavior Provides sensory interventions under the guidance of therapist and teachers to keep students calm and ready to learn.

Requirements:

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree preferred DESE-approved paraprofessional test or 60 college credit hours or or completed a 20HR Substitute Certificate Course. Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace. We have multiple opportunities and welcome you to apply for any position you feel you are qualified to perform. Applicants for Liberty Public Schools must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.76

• $21.63 per hour Expected hours: 36
• 38 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 403(b) AD&D insurance Bereavement leave Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

Public school

School Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends Application Question(s): Please take a moment to complete the formal application to be considered for a paraprofessional position with

LPS:

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Education:

Associate (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Liberty, MO (Required)

Work Location:

In person