1:1 Special Ed Paraeducator

ISD 622; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits per labor agreement

Job summary

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, seeks an 1:1 Special Ed Paraeducator. The role is 30 hours/week on school days, with an ASAP start. Compensation is $24.54 per hour, with benefits per the labor agreement.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and one of several qualifying options; duties include supporting instruction, preparing materials, supervising students, and ensuring confidentiality. Requires physical ability and training completion.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and one of: AA/AS/AAS (or higher) degree; two years of post-secondary coursework toward a bachelor's; or passing ParaEducator (ParaPro) test.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergencies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Completion of any required training for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction of students and provide support and practical training across subjects.
• Support the teacher by implementing instructional plans and adapting curriculum as directed.
• Prepare class schedules and organize learning materials; assist with classroom activities.
• Help staff meet student needs by redirecting behaviors, assisting with feeding/movement, and supervising during bus loading/unloading.
• Monitor student progress and document progress/IEPs; maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA/AS/AAS or 60 credits toward bachelor

ParaPro test eligible

Job description

Internal consideration is given until 3:30 pm on September 18, 2026.

Position

1:1 Special Ed Paraeducator

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 30 hours per week, student contact days

Start Date

ASAP

Pay

$24.54 per hour

Benefits

Benefits are in accordance with the labor agreement covering Paraeducators - https://www.isd622.org/about/human-resources

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
  • An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
  • Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelors degree, or
  • Passing score on ParaEducator test. (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Completion of any required training necessary for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably in Education)
• Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Experience and/or training in behavior management

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training to students in various subject matters
• Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as:
  • Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed by the teacher
  • Preparing class schedules
  • Organizing learning materials
  • Assisting with classroom activities
• Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students including, but not limited to:
  • Redirecting inappropriate behaviors of students in classrooms
  • Preparing food for and/or feeding students
  • Assisting in the physical movement of students
  • Diapering and toileting students
  • Escorting students to vocational training jobs
  • Chaperoning student community outings
  • Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
• Promote a safe and productive learning environment for students, ensuring that student needs are met by communicating with other staff about student needs
• Monitor and document the educational progress of students by performing evaluations of student progress and needs
• Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
• Other related duties as assigned

May be regularly required to walk throughout a building and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or push up to 90 pounds, and must be able to restrain students with proper training and assistance when needed, and may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.