Student Support Assistant

The Raymore-Peculiar School District is seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Student Support Assistant for East Middle School
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• Collaborates with the district and building MTSS team to identify students in need of interventions.
• Facilitates individual and small group instruction of academics, social, and behavioral skills.
• Assists assigned instructional staff in improving students' learning skills, self-care, and/or social development for the purpose of providing learning concepts and materials.
• Documents observations of student performance in academic and school activities (e.g. social skills, behavior, assignments, etc.) for the purpose of collecting data on the fidelity of interventions.
• Participates in communication and collaboration with teachers and staff regarding students' progress for the purpose of participating in needs assessments and/or assisting in evaluating progress.
• Supervises student behavior and performance (e.g. recovery room, in‑school suspension, lunch detentions, cafeteria, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the students and supporting established success plans.
• Facilitates student 504 accommodations as needed.
• Assists in monitoring for attendance concerns and follows up with administrators and counselors as needed to address attendance issues.
• Serves on the Student Response Team to provide immediate support during student crises or emergencies and collaborates with appropriate staff members to ensure student safety and well‑being.
• Participates in training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills related to student support and youth development.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Candidate must be willing to obtain a Missouri Substitute Certificate which requires a minimum of 36 college hours or completion of an online certification course.
• Previous experience working with children in a school setting preferred.
• $17.08 - $21.24/hour depending on relevant education and experience.

• District paid employee medical, dental, and life insurance (with option to purchase coverage for spouse, children, or family).
• Employee option to purchase voluntary benefits including vision insurance, short term disability, long term disability and other supplemental insurance policies.
• 10 days of paid time off.
• District matched retirement contribution of 6.86% to Public School Retirement System (PEERS).