Special Education Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional (2026-27)

Fulton School District 58, District Wide – Fulton, Missouri

• Job : 5702422
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Provide support to the instructional program within the assigned classroom with specific responsibility to assist in the supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assist in implementing plans for instruction; monitor student behavior during non-classroom time; provide information to appropriate school personnel; and attend IEP meetings as assigned.

• Provides consistent interaction with students for the purpose of educating students.
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administers tests, homework, make‑up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Assists with appropriate behavioral intervention techniques as directed by the supervising teacher for the purpose of ensuring a safe environment for the student and classroom.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts, implementing IEP plans, and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards.
• Attends meetings and in‑service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions (minimum of 15 contact training hours during first year; 10 contact training hours in subsequent years) as directed by building principal and/or the Director of Special Services.
• Attends work on a regular and predictable basis for the purpose of providing people with high‑quality services and instruction.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.
• Records daily, weekly logs for behaviors, academics and prompts for the purpose of ensuring accurate information is kept on each student.
• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in IEP meetings as needed.
• Assists in provision of physical care of students as needed including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Assist students with disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff members for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP goals and objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about children and their families in accordance with Board policy and law.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; prepare and maintain accurate records; communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

Basic math including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and present information to others; understand complex, multi‑step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge: grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; and age‑appropriate activities.

Function in a multitasking environment; flexibility to work with others and adapt to changing operational conditions; work with a wide diversity of individuals; manage data; use job‑related equipment; problem‑solve to identify issues and create action plans. Specific competency: communicate with diverse groups; maintain confidentiality; set priorities; work as part of a…