Instructional Paraprofessional Description
The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community of families and neighborhoods located in suburban St. Louis, MO. Fully-accredited by the state of Missouri, the district provides an excellent comprehensive educational program for nearly 10,000 students from preschool through 12th grade. The district is comprised of seven primary schools (PreK-2), six elementary schools (3-5), two sixth grade centers, two middle schools (7-8), two high schools and one alternative school as well as a nationally-recognized early education program, the PROBE gifted education program, the award-winning Challenger Learning Center, Little Creek Nature Area, the Innovation School at Cool Valley, a STEAM middle school and a STEAM high school.
The Ferguson-Florissant School District has earned a national reputation as an innovative educational leader, and the staff works continually to provide the highest quality instructional program for our students. The Ferguson-Florissant School District is committed to equity, inclusion, and ensuring that our staff can provide the best possible educational environment for students.
As an Instructional Paraprofessional, you will play a vital role in providing instructional support services under the direct supervision of appropriately certified teachers. These professionals assist in the delivery of services and support student learning by performing a variety of duties both in and out of the classroom setting.
For details about the roles and responsibilities - review this Job Description
Position Overview Reports To: Building Principal
Employment Terms: This is a 10-month (187-day), at-will position. Compensation is based on the allocation of funds in alignment to the School Improvement Grant. Continued employment is subject to annual evaluation in alignment with this job description and is contingent upon the annual allocation of federal funding for the position.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Retirement: PEERS
Salary: $30,000 per year, based on education, experience, and certifications
Calendar: 10-month contract (August-May)
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:
Substitute Teacher Certification from MO DESE required
Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer Ferguson-Florissant School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.