Job Description:
Orchard Farm School District is seeking a Paraprofessional for In-School Suspension to join our team!  
 
Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities. Orchard Farm School District is located in St. Charles County, MO with a current enrollment of approximately 2,500 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.
 
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The Paraprofessional works with our middle and junior high school students and staff to provide social, physical, and academic support and/or supervision to our students who may require time outside the general education classroom for various reasons. We are looking for a team member who is strong in relationship building with students and staff and can provide a structured and restorative environment for students who may be working through challenging situations. 
 
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:

• Assist in managing the behavior of students
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Maintain confidentiality of information about children and their families in accordance with Board policy and law
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events when requested by administration
• Help supervise arrival and departure of students, and provide supervision and support in multiple settings throughout the school day
• Follow instructions from teachers and administrators

The position is in a regular school setting that is noisy and active.
 
APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Current Resume
• Transcripts, if applicable
• Certificate(s), if applicable
• 3 References 

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Salary $16.00- $18.77 per hour