What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional Educator position at St Joseph Catholic Academy?
Description
St. Francis Xavier School in St. Joseph, Missouri, is seeking a part 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.
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.