Activities Special Education Paraprofessionals for 2026-2027

Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools is seeking a paraprofessional to assist students with special needs during after-school activities and events. You will help supervise students to ensure safety and support inclusive participation.

Requirements include a high school diploma and meeting MDE paraprofessional qualifications; physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to work as part of a team under the supervision of teachers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Must meet MDE paraprofessional qualification requirements.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds and work with students with disabilities.
• Team approach and direction from supervising teachers.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with special needs during activities.
• Supervise special education students to ensure safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Able to lift 50 pounds

Education

High School diploma

Highly Qualified per MDE requirements for special education paraprofessionals

Job description

POSTING #: 3591

WORK HOURS:
Up to 200 hours (typically from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. plus meets/games/performances) per Activities Season.

JOB DUTIES:
Duties may include:

1. Assist student(s) with special needs during activities
2. Supervise special education student(s) to ensure safety

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma
2. Highly Qualified per MDE requirements for special education paraprofessionals* 3. Acceptance of students’ disabilities and limitations
3. Must be able to lift, pull, or move a minimum of 50 pounds
4. Accepts direction from supervising teacher(s) and is willing to work as a team

*Attach passing exam scores from either the ParaPra / ParaEducator or college transcripts to your application if not already on file.

SALARY and BENEFITS:
Salary based on the 2025-2027 School Support Employees Agreement Level V from $20.58 up to $25.94 per hour; no additional benefits.

NOTE:
Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment.