Special Education Paraprofessional / Emotional Behavior Classroom (School Year 26-27) Willard R-2 School District•3.9 Willard, MO Job Details 19 hours ago Qualifications Experience working with individuals with disabilities High school diploma or GED Working with students

Full Job Description JobID:

2955

Position Type:

Special Services/Special Education Paraprofessional Date Posted:

7/20/2026

Location:

Intermediate School•

South Position:

Special Education Paraprofessional in an Emotional Behavior Support Classroom•

Willard Intermediate South Qualifications:

1. High School diploma 2. Meets all requirements outlined by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as it pertains to an instructional paraprofessional; which includes 60 college hours or passing the paraprofessional assessment-see more information at http://www.mo.nesinc.com/Home.aspx 3. Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills 4. Ability to work with students with disabilities 5. Team attitude 6. Ability to lift 60lbs. 7. Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification course•if not completed district does offer on-site course. 8. Must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the Board of Education.

General Summary:

This position provides assistance to one or multiple supervising teachers and/or building principal. Flexibility and strong organizational skills are important. It is equally important to be goal driven and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while adhering to Board Policy.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the organization environment to promote learning 2. Assist in the management of individual or small group behavior 3. Assist in the management of individual or small group learning 4. Accept direction from supervisors (including supervising teacher) 5. Willingness to assist students with disabilities with toileting skills, as needed 6. Willingness to assist students with disabilities with eating, as needed 7. Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of instructional methods and techniques of classroom control to be an effective instructional assistant 8. Conducts themselves in a professional manner when dealing with students, immediate teacher/supervisor(s), and other faculty members 9. Must complete inservice hours in accordance with the Missouri State Plan for Special Education. District will provide these hours. 10. Understands and abides by confidentiality mandates 11. Takes initiative in situations calling for leadership; as needed

Type of Position:

Hourly, Non•

Certified Reports To:

Director of Special Services Evaluated By:

Supervisory Special Services Teacher, Process Coordinator, Assistant Director, and Director of Special Services Term:

180 Days (additional days when appropriate) At-Will Employee