Early Childhood Paraprofessional

2026-2027 School Year

Location will be dependent on student needs

 

Position Summary:

Responsible for working with students ages 3-5 who are enrolled in the Early Childhood Special Education Program. 

 

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires 60 college-level credits, preference for an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Requires 0 to 2 years of job-related prior experience.
• Experience working with children ages 3-5 preferred, but not required.

 

Essential Job Functions include the following: 

• Under the direction of the Classroom Teacher, assist with planning development and implantation of instructional, behavioral, and therapeutic activities.
• Assists teachers with meeting IEP goals and with other planning, as needed and directed.
• Constantly monitors and supervises children.
• Updates and maintains records.
• Assists students with personal hygiene, toileting, diapering, clothing, etc.
• Monitors and/or assists students with adaptive devices.
• Assists students with developmentally appropriate skills.
• Maintain a physical classroom environment that is conducive to the learning process.
• Assists students with arrival and departure routines.
• Ensures safety and security of students.
• Performs clerical duties including copying and lesson prep work.
• Attends meetings when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

COMPENSATION FOR EXPERIENCE IS CONSIDERED, 2026-2027 Classified Salary Schedule

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Open Until Filled

 

Qualified individuals who wish to apply for this position should submit an on-line application at: bit.ly/employmentmsdr9 

 

Mehlville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant

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