2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR- SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

id='p2453_'>2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR- SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL JobID: 2453

Position Type:

Instructional Support/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:

6/18/2026

Location:

Ingels Elementary School

Closing Date:

until filled

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We are currently accepting applications for a Special Education Paraprofessionals at Ingels Elementary School.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree, or a minimum of 60 college credit hours, or successful completion of the Paraprofessional Assessment through ETS (see information below).
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, understand, and effectively follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience working with children in a group setting preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated interest in supporting youth and their educational growth and well-being.
• Commitment to assisting the classroom teacher in providing meaningful educational opportunities that support students in reaching their maximum potential.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with members of the learning community, including teachers, parents, students, administrators, and staff, using courtesy, tact, sound judgment, and strong customer service skills.
• Professional demeanor with dependable attendance, punctuality, flexibility, and appropriate personal presentation.
• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and follow instructional direction.
• Demonstrates professionalism by supporting classroom decisions and maintaining appropriate boundaries unless otherwise directed by the teacher.

Annual Salary Range for the 2026-2027 School Year: $22,695 - $37,809 (dependent upon experience and qualifications)

Follow this link to register for the paraprofessional exam: https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/how-do-i-become-paraprofessional-and-do-i-need-be-certified

All persons recommended for employment must pass an extensive background check through the Division of Family Services, the Missouri Highway Patrol, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The Hickman Mills C-1 School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Associate Superintendent of Human Resources, 5401 E 103rd St, Kansas City, MO 64137 816-316-7000. For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

Attachment(s):

• Special Education Paraprofessional (1).pdf