Special Education Paraprofessional

• Provide instructional reinforcement under the direction of the classroom teacher in executing lesson plans
• Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community, following and upholding school rules and standards
• Safely supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities in and out of the classroom
• Participate in planning sessions with the learning team, communicating with parents and school officials as needed

• Co-teach lesson components as determined by the teacher, leading small-group or individual instruction and discussion, and reviewing classwork material
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs; help with translation and hygienic needs when necessary
• Organize classroom and teaching materials; verify and track student attendance
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, parents, and staff to enhance the instructional environment; participate in parent-teacher and faculty meetings and events

• Possess a minimum of an Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred

• At least 12 Hours of post-secondary education AND Paraprofessional certification from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
• At least 1 year of experience, preferably in a public or urban school setting
• Have prior experience in the role of Paraprofessional, ABA, etc.
• Effective communication skills; oral, written, and visual with adults and children
• Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
• Demonstrated success working with a diverse student population
• Ability to adapt to the changing needs of children and the school environment
• Have demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
• Love, patience, and respect for children
• Have a willingness to assume any responsibilities appropriate for the position

• Have a degree in education, early childhood development, or one of the social sciences
• Have at least one year of experience working with special needs students
• Be flexible to adapt to the changing nature of the demands of the class
• Be deeply committed to whole-child education, having proven success and outcomes in meeting children’s needs holistically
• Have a grounding in anti-bias education and antiracist values and principles, and is excited to be part of a school that is reimagining education through these lenses
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Current Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Paraprofessional certification

• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to contribute to the only high-quality public Montessori program in St. Louis
• For those with an interest in pursuing a career in elementary education, a chance to get some hands-on experience in a classroom environment

• Generous Paid time off (Fall, Winter, and Spring breaks, holidays, and additional days)
• Paid Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance)
• Pre-tax savings for family health premium costs
• Retirement Plan/ Pension
• Enrollment preference for your child(ren) to attend City Garden’s Charter School
• Tuition discount for our Preschool

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