ASD Special Education Assistant (Program)

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant (Program) for the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) program at Olson Middle. The role focuses on assisting students with disabilities, supporting individualized lessons, and promoting independence and social inclusion.

Responsibilities include assisting staff to maintain a safe learning environment, applying behavior support plans, and monitoring student progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of paid experience working with children is required.
• Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment is required; alternative credentials may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with moderate to severe disabilities.
• Assist staff to create and implement individualized instruction.
• Support independent learning, social inclusion, and self-advocacy in students.

Skills

Monitoring student behavior

Effective communication

Working with diverse learners

Classroom collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2 years experience with children

ParaPro assessment passing score

Tools

Computers & software

Job description

Minneapolis Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant (Program) for the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) program at Olson Middle. The role focuses on assisting students with disabilities, supporting individualized lessons, and promoting independence and social inclusion.

Responsibilities include assisting staff to maintain a safe learning environment, applying behavior support plans, and monitoring student progress.