Special Education Para Professional in Liberty, MO

Step into a dynamic educational environment supporting students across K-12 classrooms for the 20242025 school year. This contract opportunity is located near North Kansas City, Missouri, and offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in special education (SPED) settings. As a paraprofessional, you will provide both one-on-one and classroom-wide support, collaborating closely with teachers, aides, therapists, and support staff to help students thrive.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Missouri Substitute Certificate (check status at the DESE website) or ParaPro Exam credentials and transcripts on file
• Previous experience working with students with diverse needs, including behavioral support; comfortable with toileting and personal care tasks
• Flexible and adaptablewilling to float between multiple school sites as needed throughout the year
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support special education and general classrooms, assisting students with academic, physical, and emotional needs
• Implement behavior intervention plans and individualized instructional strategies
• Foster a positive, respectful environment that honors each students dignity and encourages participation
• Communicate regularly with teachers and support staff to ensure students needs are met consistently
• Provide coverage across elementary, middle, and high schools as assigned, adapting to changing caseloads

Scheduling information:

• Elementary: 8:304:00 or 9:004:30
• Middle: 7:002:30
• High: 7:303:00

Prescreening with a recruiter is required before a brief Zoom interview with HR or the SPED Director. Please ensure your Substitute Certificate or ParaPro qualification is active before applying.

Embrace a rewarding contract role supporting student success in a varied, collaborative school environment. Submit your information today and take the next step in your career in education!