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This position provides structured training, consistent school-based work, and long-term support toward teacher certification while you are employed.\nThis is not an unpaid internship or volunteer pathway. It is a salaried, full-time position with full benefits, a consistent Monday-Friday school schedule, and school-year breaks.\nWhat This Role Looks Like\nAs an Associate Teacher, you will work in a small, structured special education classroom supporting students with behavioral, emotional, and learning needs.\nYou will:\nSupport students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development within a therapeutic learning environment \nCollaborate closely with licensed special education teachers, therapists, and other support staff to implement individualized student supports \nUtilize trauma-informed practices and evidence-based behavioral support strategies throughout the school day \nBuild consistent, trusting relationships with students to support stability, engagement, and progress \nWhy Professionals Choose This Path\nThis role is especially well-suited for individuals transitioning from behavioral health, social services, or direct care who are seeking a more structured school-based environment.\nEmployees are drawn to this role for:\nFull-time, salaried employment with full benefits and the work-life balance of a school-based schedule, including holidays, planned breaks, and summers off (per academic calendar)\nA consistent Monday-Friday schedule \nNo nights, weekends, or shift work \nA clear, supported pathway into a long-term education career \nTraining and Career Development\nKVC Missouri provides structured support to help employees grow into certified teaching roles, including:\nNew employee onboarding and classroom orientation \nOngoing training in special education practices and behavioral support strategies \nOne-on-one mentorship throughout the first year \nKVC-funded participation in Missouri’s Pathways for Paraprofessionals program \nTuition reimbursement to support continued education and degree completion \nEligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) as a qualifying employer \nOngoing opportunities to pursue Special Education Teacher certification over time\nWho This Role Is Designed For\nWe are seeking individuals with experience or academic backgrounds in:\nBehavioral Health or Mental Health Services \nSocial Work or Case Management \nPsychology or Human Services \nDirect Care, Residential, or Community Support Roles \nRelated degree programs in behavioral or social sciences \nSuccessful candidates demonstrate strong communication skills, emotional awareness, patience, and a commitment to supporting youth with diverse needs.\nQualifications\nMust be at least 21 years old \nMinimum of 36 college credit hours OR eligibility for substitute teaching certification \nBachelor’s degree preferred* (Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field) \nValid driver’s license and reliable transportation \nAbility to pass background check, drug screen, and physical \nAbout KVC\nKVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. 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