Teacher Assistant | Kansas City, Missouri

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Job Description

Seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to provide flexible, supportive assistance within special education classrooms across a large Missouri school district. This contract role offers a guaranteed 30 hours per week, ideal for individuals interested in consistent work while covering a variety of school assignments in multiple elementary, middle, and high schools.

Location: Kansas City, Missouri (serving 33 district schools)

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering one-on-one support or classroom aid in special education settings
• Assisting students with behavioral needs, implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and managing challenging behaviors professionally
• Providing personal care assistance, including toileting support when necessary
• Adapting to varied classroom environments throughout the district based on daily assignment needs
• Utilizing the Spindle app to receive and pick up substitute paraprofessional shifts with real-time updates on location and schedule

Required qualifications and experience:

• Active Substitute Paraprofessional certification from DESE
• Previous experience working in schools, specifically supporting students with behavioral challenges
• Willingness and comfort in assisting with toileting and physical support tasks
• Ability to navigate and respond promptly to shift assignments via a mobile app system
• Completion of fingerprinting as required by the district

Typical shift hours range by school level:

• Middle School: 7:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m.
• High School: 7:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
• Elementary: Between 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

This position pays $24.50 per hour and offers consistent scheduling across a diverse educational environment. If you have a passion for supporting students and meet the certification and experience requirements, apply now to secure a rewarding contract role with guaranteed hours.

Take the next step in your paraprofessional career by submitting your application today.