Paraprofessional Educator at St Joseph Catholic Academy – Saint Joseph, Missouri

St. Francis Xavier School in St. Joseph, Missouri, is seeking a full-time paraprofessional educator for its 2026-2027 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.

St. Francis Xavier School offers a comprehensive benefits program for full time employees, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays.

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.