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Early Childhood Paraprofessional

The Camdenton R-III School District is seeking an early childhood paraprofessional to join our team. The ideal candidate will support early childhood teachers by managing classroom activities, supervising children (ages 3-5) during play, meals, and rest, and reinforcing lessons for individuals or small groups. They will be responsible for ensuring safety, assisting with personal care (restroom/hygiene), creating educational materials, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Creating a culture of "Everyone Learning Every Day".

Qualifications: 60 hours college credit or completion of the Para-Pro Assessment Test Pass all background checks and screenings.

General requirements: Board policy for staff conduct.

Reports to: Director of Student Services and Building Principal.

Essential functions and key responsibilities: Assists with play-oriented curriculum, sets up learning centers, and reinforces lessons initiated by the teacher. Monitors children in the classroom, on the playground, during meals, and on field trips. Helps students with clothing, toileting, hand washing, and maintains a clean, disinfected environment (e.g., sanitizing toys/cots). Helps with daily routines, such as organizing materials, taking attendance, preparing snacks, and cleaning up. Implements behavioral plans, minimizes disruptions, and encourages positive social interactions. Prepares communication folders, creates materials, and aids with data collection or progress monitoring. Possess patience, compassion, and the ability to connect with young children. Ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend, and lift or transfer students. Strict adherence to FERPA and privacy regulations regarding student information.

Terms of employment: 180.5 days - 8.0 hrs / day (does not include a 30 minute lunch) Pay range: Starting at $17.06 (plus credit for up to 7 years of relevant experience) Benefits include Board paid health insurance, paid sick leave, retirement and other.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Support Staff.