Before and After School Para

Lakeville Area Schools; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal time

Sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lakeville Area Schools is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to support ESS instructors, teachers, and peers in promoting academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.

You will assist students in Preschool and Elementary settings, provide one-to-one or shared support, and help with adaptations and accommodations to keep students on task.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; AA degree preferred.
• Strong communication skills with students and adults.
• Flexibility to work with small and large groups and in multiple settings.

Responsibilities

• Support students within ESS programs, one-to-one or in small groups.
• Implement adaptations and accommodations and help students stay on task.
• Provide daily progress notes to ESS instructors on participation and behavior.
• Assist with IEP and BIP implementation to promote independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate of Arts (AA) degree

Job description

Make a difference every day by supporting students’ learning, growth, and independence.

As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you’ll work closely with ESS instructors, special education teachers, and general education staff to provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students. This is a rewarding opportunity to impact student success while working in a collaborative team environment. Wonder Zone would be working with Preschool students, and Kid Zone would be working with Elementary students.

Your Role Will Include:

• Serving as a contributing member of the ESS and special education team.
• Supporting students within the ESS programs and framework. Providing one-to-one or shared support, providing adaptations and accommodations, and supporting students in staying on-task.
• Providing supports to enhance student success and independence through the implementation of Individual Education Program (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Providing daily progress to ESS Instructors about student participation and behavior.

Qualifications:

• 18 Years of age; high school diploma required - prefer candidate with an Associate of Arts (AA) degree. Additional post - secondary training relevant to children/adolescents/young adults preferred.
• Flexibility within the work environment. Able to work with small and large groups, one-to-one, and in multiple school settings.
• Strong communication skills with students and adults.
• Please see job posting for additional job qualifications.

Salary and Benefits:

• $19.89 – $24.19 per hour, depending on experience.
• Personal time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Benefits are available for employees working 30 hours per week.

Location & Shift Times:

• Lake Marion Elementary - Split Shift - 7:00 am - 10:00 am & 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
• Lake Marion Elementary - Split Shift - 6:30 am - 10:00 am & 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
• Orchard Lake Elementary - Split Shift - 7:00 am - 10:00 am & 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm