ECSE Paraprofessional; Part-Time

ECSE Paraprofessional (Part-Time) (2026-27)

Columbia Center for Early Learning
- North
- Columbia, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job : 5849002

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title

Paraprofessional

Schedule / Grade

Paraprofessional / 1

Job Code

76

STSUP
308-9

FLSA / FTE

Non-exempt / .5 Part-time

Calendar

Para

Benefits

Not Eligible(Retirees not benefit eligible)

Contract Type

Notification

Bargaining Unit

None

Revised Date

05/15/2023

PURPOSE

This position will provide appropriate instruction/support to students who require special education services under the supervision of teacher. Paraprofessionals are identified as Level 1, 2 or 3 based on their specific assignment. Higher levels are paid at an increased rate due to the specific nature of the assignment.

Paraprofessional 1

Paraprofessional 2

Paraprofessional 3

Basic

Based on the child’s advanced needs

Public Separate Day Programs Roseta, Bethel

• Prepare student material and reinforce previously taught material as described by the teacher.
• Manage student behavior and classroom organization, implement policies, rules and/or regulations.
• Provide direct caregiving services (i.e., feeding, toileting, personal care) under the supervision of teachers and staff.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
• Respond in a calm manner to students displaying aggressive behaviors.
• Meet and/or escort students at designated times.
• Demonstrate a positive and cooperative attitude when performing tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students and employees.
• Attend and document participation of required yearly in-service training (10 to 15 hours).
• Adhere to district policies and departmental, building and classroom procedures.
• Understand and adhere to Board policies and procedures.
• Para 2’s and 3’s:
  Attend/keep current on restraint and other advanced training, if applicable as directed by the Special Education Director or Assistant Director; apply knowledge and procedures to student situations when appropriate to respond to crises.
• Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of the Columbia Public School District.

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visithttp://www.cpsk
12.org .

Reports To:

Classroom teacher, Building Principal, and Assistant Special Education Director

Supervises:

None

Minimum:Completion of the 20-hour Substitute Training Course or Passing of the Paraprofessional Exam or Official Transcript with 60 hours of college semester credit.

Preferred:Official Transcripts with 60 hours of college credit. Prior experience in a school setting and/or working with young people.

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Language:
Read, comprehend, and produce written and oral instructions, correspondence, and memos;

Communicate one-on-one and in small groups.

Computation:
Add, subtract multiply and divide using units of American money, weight, volume and distance.

Reasoning:
Understand and follow verbal and written instructions;
Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form;
Solve problems involving concrete variables within standardized situations.

Technology:
Perform basic computer skills…