Paraprofessional - Saint Joseph, Missouri

Job Description:

School Hours | Monday – Friday | Pay: $17-$20 an hour

Make a difference. Be someone’s favorite part of the school day.

Do you have a heart for helping others and a passion for education? Are you patient, flexible, and ready to support students in a meaningful way? Supplemental Healthcare is hiring Paraprofessionals to join our team and work alongside teachers at partnering school districts to help students with special needs succeed -academically, socially, and emotionally.

Every day, you’ll play a key role in creating a supportive, inclusive classroom environment where every student feels safe, capable, and valued.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 months experience working with children
• Prior experience working with children with special needs, physical/mental disabilities, or behavior management
• Proficient in the use of standard computer applications
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
• The ability to work collaboratively with existing staff

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting students one-on-one or in small groups with classwork, communication, and daily routines
• Helping implement behavior plans and IEP goals with care and consistency
• Assisting students with special needs who may require help with mobility, personal care, or emotional regulation
• Creating a positive learning environment where all students can thrive
• Teaming up with teachers, therapists, and staff to make school a great place to be
• Celebrating small victories every single day
• Willingness to assist with physical or behavioral needs as required
• You get to build meaningful relationships with students
• You’ll be part of a collaborative, caring school community
• Every day is different - and never boring
• You’ll go home knowing you made a real impact

If you’re ready to make a lasting difference and help students feel seen, supported, and successful, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

What We Offer:

• Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance!
• Round the clock support. No matter where you are or what time it is, Supplemental Health Care is standing by.
• SHC's Share the Care referral program is the most dynamic, profitable referral program in the industry.
• 401k Retirement Savings Program to both full-time and part-time employees with a wide range of investment options.
• Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University.

Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans. SHC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with Contractor, please send an e-mail to careers@shccares.com or call (888) 265-2068 to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.

Supplemental Health Care will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192, Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). For this type of employment, Kentucky state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment.

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