Associate Educator - [Classroom Support] - (2026-2027)Seward

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full 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 an Associate Educator - [Classroom Support] for Seward Elementary to assist students with disabilities in a supportive classroom setting. The role involves implementing individualized instruction and working closely with staff to meet therapy and education goals.

The position requires completion of college credits or ParaPro with a HS diploma/GED, plus experience with children.

Qualifications

• Completion of 90 quarter/60 semester college credits or ParaPro with high school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience working with children, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with disabilities in a learning environment.
• Assist staff to create and implement individualized lessons and activities.
• Monitor student activities and maintain records of progress and behavior.
• Provide for students’ daily hygiene and personal cares as directed by licensed staff.
• Promote independence and safety in and outside the classroom.

Education

90 quarter/60 semester college credits

ParaPro 460+ score with high school diploma or GED

Two years of experience with children

Job description

Below is specific information for you to consider about this position.

Job Title: Associate Educator - [Classroom Support] - (2026-2027)Seward and Requisition ID number: 104884

Close Date: No established closing date; open until filled

Organizational Unit: Seward Elementary (10000092)

Site: Seward (0160)

FTE: 32 FTE/ .80 FTE HRS; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union: ESP(28)

Functional Area: Paraprofessional

Salary Range: 27.17-30.75

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• HSA & FSA
• Retirement plan

Summary

Under general supervision, provides a variety of services to assist students with special needs in a learning environment; assists MPS staff to develop and implement appropriate individualization lessons and activities for students with disabilities; helps students to meet their therapy and education goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides support services to children with moderate to severe disabilities enrolled in MPS; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies, quality standards, and the Standards of Effective Instructional Support for Educational Assistants; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Assists MPS staff to facilitate educational functions and other services to maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment in the Least Restrictive Environment possible, that is also sensitive to the individual needs and legal rights of Special Education students; works with students to improve personal skills and reinforce classroom learning.
• Assists students in learning processes; applies Prevent, Teach, Reinforce Behavior Intervention Plans, reinforces positive behavior, provides individual instruction, encourages opportunities for peer socialization.
• Monitors student activities, promotes respect, explains social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalates personal confrontations, and enforces District policies and rules of conduct.
• Monitors assigned students and records data for academic and behavioral assessments; maintains files, and keeps records of student progress and activities.
• Maintains behavior documentation, written observations and anecdotal information files for Support and Advocacy for Independent Living Program (SAIL), Individualized Education Program (IEP), and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA).
• Monitors work, corrects papers and transitions students for medications, meals, buses and classes.
• Attends to and provides for students’ daily hygiene, personal and health related cares, as directed by licensed staff.
• Promotes student independence in community, recreational, school and leisure activities, and vocational training.
• Reports learning problems, behavioral issues, and other concerns to supervisor or Principal.
• Prepares the classroom environment and materiel to be used by students; provides assistance with students in classrooms, special projects, and after-school programs.
• Provides customer service to parents and guardians, answers questions, and explains school rules.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
• Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis

CLASS DESIGNATIONS

Intervention SEA: Provide support in the least restrictive environment so students are successful in resource settings; ensure behavior support plans are being implemented with fidelity for students in special education resource settings. Personal transportation is required as position may vary

EDUCATION

Completion of 90 quarter/60 semester college credits

OR

A passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate (More information on the ParaPro Assessment and be found at www.ets.org/parapro)

AND

Two years of experience working with children, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

License And Certification Requirements

First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training, and Special Education Orientation is required within one year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree, and working with special needs children. Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Eligibility for position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Commitment To Diversity

Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Posting Notes: | [No Established Closing Date] | Seward Elementary (10000092) | Seward (0160) | Paraprofessional