Special Education Paraprofessional

Location: Liberty, MO
Position: Special Education Paraprofessional
Status: Full Time

Liberty Public Schools is one of Missouri’s top-rated school districts. We offer an exceptional benefits package and great work/life balance. Join our district and be a part of something great!

Special Education Paraprofessionals assist teachers by performing a variety of 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. Paraprofessionals are eligible for benefits as listed below.

Benefits

• Free Health, Dental & Vision insurance options (valued at $7,650+)
• 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)

*Benefits overview is published on our website: 2022 LPS Benefits Overview

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Start and end time varies based on school assigned

Job Duties

• Assist students with basic academics (reading, language and/or 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 follow 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 for the purpose of keeping students calm and ready to learn.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree preferred
• DESE approved paraprofessional test or 60 college credit hours or  or completed the 20HR Substitute Certificate Course and received a substitute certificate.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

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