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Orchard Farm High School is seeking a Special Education - Paraprofessional to join our team!

Our district mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities. Orchard Farm High School is located in St. Charles County, MO with a current enrollment of approximately 700 students and growing. Over the last decade, new developments like Charlestowne and New Town, situated along Highway 370, have contributed significantly to our increase in enrollment. Orchard Farm has been named by staff as a Top Workplace since 2017.

The Orchard Farm School District offers a great benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance paid for the employee by the district. Paid time off, tuition reimbursement and professional development are also offered by the district. Retirement "Pension" plan offered through PSRS / PEERS, along with many supplemental policies and 403 / 457(b) plans.

Join OFHS staff and be part of the next generations learning experience. Apply Today!

Paraprofessionals provides social, physical, and academic support and / or supervision in general and special education settings, including but not limited to, the cafeteria, classrooms, recess, and assemblies. These services may include ambulatory, eating and toileting assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• 60 credit hours from an accredited college / university or DESE approved 20-hour substitute certification course, required.
• Missouri substitute certification, preferred, see how to obtain below.
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
• Ability to follow written and oral communication
• Ability to use word processing and data entry systems
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occassionaly
• Ability to squat, bend, kneel, reach, walk, stand frequently
• Ability to problem solve situations in a professional and logical manner
• Ability to remain calm and patient at all times
• Ability to motivate students for classroom achievements

Information regarding how Missouri Teacher Certification or Substitute Certification may be obtained at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website : www.dese.mo.gov

An individual who holds this position is required to :

The position is in a regular school setting that is noisy and active. Occassional outdoor activities are required such as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess.

APPLICATION MATERIALS :

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