Special Education Program Paraprofessional - STEPS Program

Applitrack; Unterseen; On-site; CHF 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

FSAs

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Duluth Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Program Paraprofessional to assist instructional staff and specialists in developing educational, physical, safety, and life skills for special needs students. The position operates Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 2:15 pm.

Starting wage ranges from $20.05 to $22.49 per hour with benefits; district offers a comprehensive benefits package and retirement options. The para may be assigned within the program as needed by the principal/director.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a teacher's assistant in or outside a school system.
• 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits or ParaPro assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructional staff and specialists in educational, physical, safety and life skills development of special needs students.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Teacher's assistant experience

60 semester credits / 90 quarter credits or ParaPro

Job description

Special Education Program Paraprofessional - STEPS Program JobID: 9591

• Date Posted: 8/19/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Closing Date: 10/14/2026

Special Education Program Paraprofessional

hours/week | Monday - Friday| 7:30 am to 2:15 pm

Starting Wage: $20.05- $22.49/hr + Benefits

Join the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.

Summary:

Duluth Public Schools is seeking an individual to assist the instructional staff, as well as specialists, in providing for the educational, physical, safety, and general life skills development of special needs students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a teacher's assistant in a teaching environment in or outside a school system or related childcare work
• 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits of college or a passing score on the ParaPro assessment

Desirable Qualifications:

• Ability to work cooperatively with children and adults
• Ability to effectively communicate with, and establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, staff and community
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to observe and record accurately
• Ability to understand and accurately correct student assignments
• Ability to meet federal/state guidelines (where appropriate) and/or to successfully complete specified in-service courses
• Demonstrated ability to work positively with students with disabilities and under the supervision of a special educationteacher

Additional Information:

• Special Education Program positions - can be assigned to work anywhere in the program at the school/site at the discretion of the principal/director.
• These positions are specific to the program, such as ASD III.
• They are not specific to a particular room or teacher.
• The para can be moved by the principal/director any time during the day or school year to work anywhere within the program.

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours/week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement

• Single Coverage – District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50into HRA annually
• Family Coverage – District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00into HRA annually
• Single Coverage – District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)
• Family Coverage – District pays 25% of Premium

Life Insurance

• District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance

Long Term Disability

• District-provided at no cost to employee

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts

Retirement

• The District contributes 7.5% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan.
• Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options.

Time Off

• Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resource at 218-336-8722 or email [e-mail]