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Special Education Bus Paraprofessional

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Macon, MO (In Person)

Part-Time

Posted 7 weeks ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Job Description

Special Education Bus Paraprofessional Macon County R-1 School District (MO) Within District - Macon, Missouri This job is also posted in Macon County R-1 School District (MO) Job Details
Job ID:
5684907
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
To Be Determined Job Description Macon R-1 School District is looking to fill two Special Education Bus Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year.
Position Summary:
The Bus Paraprofessional provides safe, reliable, and supportive assistance to a student with high needs while riding the school bus to and from school. This individual ensures the student's physical, emotional, and behavioral needs are met during transportation and communicates effectively with parents, school staff, and transportation personnel as needed. This is a part-time 5 hours per day/5 day week position riding the bus with students with disabilities. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following: Supervise and support the assigned student during bus rides to and from school Assist the student with boarding, seating, and exiting the bus safely Provide physical assistance as needed (e.g., securing seatbelts, mobility devices, or adaptive equipment) Implement and follow the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or transportation plan, including behavior support strategies Monitor the student's behavior and safety, intervening appropriately when necessary Communicate concerns or incidents to the bus driver, school staff, and supervisors promptly Maintain confidentiality regarding student information at all times Attend required training sessions related to student needs, safety, and district policies Perform other duties as assigned to support the student's safe transportation
Minimum Qualifications:
Employment will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check and fingerprint check by the Missouri State Highway Patrol High school diploma or equivalent required Experience working with children, preferably students with disabilities or high needs Ability to remain calm, patient, and supportive in a variety of situations Basic understanding of safety procedures and willingness to receive training (e.g., first aid, CPR, behavior management) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Physical ability to assist with lifting, mobility, and securing students if needed Applications will be pulled 5 days after initial posting. If no candidate has been selected, position will remain open until filled.
Position Type:
Part-Time