Paraprofessional Educator at St Joseph Catholic Academy

Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Support, Communication, Modified Curriculum, Social Emotional Support, Record Keeping, Professional Learning, Positive Peer Interactions, Inclusivity, Empowerment

Industry

Spectator Sports

Description

Description St. Francis Xavier School in St. Joseph, Missouri, is seeking a full-time paraprofessional educator for its 2025-2026 school year. A paraeducator’s primary role is to offer students an extra level of support and guidance inside and outside of the classroom. This position will work one-on-one with students in our school. Paraprofessionals support the learning, language, therapy needs, and social-emotional well-being of students, so that they can experience inclusive education in the least restrictive environment. This position will report to the principal. Responsibilities: Assist with instructional support: This includes working one-on-one with students, preparing classroom materials and others as needed. Implement activities planned by classroom teacher. Work with students individually, following him/her through the daily schedule. Bridge communication between classroom teacher and student’s parents by providing a weekly progress report outlining assistance/modifications given for specific classes and subject area. Based on child’s SEP (Student Education Plan) and teacher directives, implement modified curriculum activities to meet individual learning goals. Provide for students’ social and emotional needs through respite activities. Maintain records of all activities planned and completed. Attend and participate in professional learning activities as assigned. Encouraging positive peer interactions and social-emotional development Promoting inclusivity and a sense of belonging Empowering students to engage in classroom activities Complete other assigned tasks. Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred. Experience working with children or special needs population Patience, flexibility, positive attitude Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is an asset. St. Francis Xavier School offers a comprehensive benefits program for full time employees, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays. Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.

Responsibilities

The paraprofessional educator will assist with instructional support, working one-on-one with students and implementing activities planned by the classroom teacher. They will also bridge communication between the classroom teacher and students' parents, providing weekly progress reports and supporting students' social and emotional needs.