Preschool SPED Paraprofessional Position Available In Newton, Missouri

Preschool SPED Paraprofessional
Neosho SD
Field Early Childhood Center – Neosho, Missouri This job is also posted in Neosho School District
Job Details

Job ID:

5225288

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Jun 18, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 13, 2025
Job Description
Summary
The job of the Preschool Paraprofessional is to support the teacher-classroom in the development, implementation and monitoring of a program designed to enhance the success of students academically and behaviorally.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
An individual who holds this position must:
Have the ability to understand, and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
Assist in managing the behavior of students
Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
Maintain confidentiality of information about children and their families in accordance with Board policy and law
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events as requested by administration
Help supervise arrival and departure of students to which he or she is assigned
Follow instructions from teachers and administrators
Data collection as required by teacher and administrators
Small group remediation as directed

Education Requirements:

There are four pathways available for candidates interested in becoming a Paraprofessional.
1) Complete 60 hours of college credit
2) Have an Associate’s Degree or higher
3) Pass the Paraprofessional Assessment – Para Praxis
4) Complete 20 hours of online training through DESE – Register for an online training course here. There is a $180 registration fee. The online training title does not reference paraprofessionals, and is called Substitute Teacher Training. Substitute Teacher Training has been designated as an allowable qualification for paraprofessionals in the state of Missouri

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$20,500 Per Year