Behavior Instruction Para, General Ed

St. Cloud Area School District 742; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Saint Cloud School District 742 is seeking a Behavior Instruction Paraeducator for the 2026-27 school year. This hourly position assists licensed staff by implementing behavior interventions, collecting data, and supporting students with social and behavioral needs in the classroom.

Responsibilities include de-escalation, following district procedures, and collaborating with teachers to adapt interventions.

Qualifications

• Assist in implementing behavior interventions, de-escalation, and crisis intervention.
• Monitor, observe, and report behavior; collect data for ongoing intervention planning.
• Support classroom management and assist in prescribed learning activities.
• Confer with teachers regarding interventions to meet student needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of behavior interventions, de-escalation, and crisis intervention.
• Monitor, observe, and report behavior of students; collect/document data for ongoing planning.
• Assist students in learning activities and model appropriate skills.
• Communicate with education teams regarding progress.

Skills

Behavior management

Data collection

Classroom support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HQ status: 60 credits GPA 2.0

Paraeducator preparation exam

Specialized training in behavior management

Tools

CPI certification

Job description

This opening is for the 2026-27 school year.

TYPE OF POSITION

Hourly

Hours may vary based on program needs

REPORTS TO

SUPERVISION

None

SALARY

$20.75/hr

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Highly Qualified status - HQ status as defined by one of the following standards: 60 semester college credits with a G.P.A. of 2.0 or higher
• Required Paraeducator preparation exam (We provide the testing opportunity and support for this!)
• Specialized training in behavior management in a school setting

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Education, Psychology, or related field
• Knowledge of positive intervention supports, behavior management, crisis response, de-escalation, and physical restraint
• Two years' experience working with children in an organized setting
• One-year experience observing and collecting student behavioral charting data

TRAINING REQUIRED

• Training in emergency procedures, confidentiality, vulnerability, reporting obligations, discipline policies, roles and responsibilities, and a building orientation must be completed during probationary period (first 60 days of employment)
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification must be completed during probationary period (first 60 days of employment) and renewed every two years

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of licensed staff, the Behavior Instruction Paraeducator serves in a modified teaching capacity to provide intervention for students with social and behavioral concerns. Primary duties include implementing behavior interventions, working in partnership with the teacher to provide behavioral support in the classroom setting, and behavioral data collection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in the implementation of behavior interventions, de-escalation, and crisis intervention
• Consistently support and employ classroom management, individual management, school rules, and crisis management systems
• Monitor, observe, and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; collect/document data for the purpose of ongoing behavior intervention planning and review
• Monitor and assist students in prescribed learning activities
• Assist students by modeling appropriate skills and behaviors; exhibit a friendly attitude and provide emotional support and general guidance; assist in maintaining an emotional climate that fosters a sense of belonging and connection to school
• Confer with classroom teachers, as needed, regarding interventions to meet student needs
• Assist in the implementation of prescriptive accommodations and/or modifications as directed
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations
• Assist students in learning self-management, self-monitoring, and self-control skills
• Communicate with education teams regarding information pertaining to students' progress, both orally and in writing
• Direct group activities of students as assigned
• Perform proactive, effective discipline with meaningful consequences
• Monitor students in academic and unstructured non-academic opportunities
• Exhibit emotional control, patience and persistence in extremely stressful situations
• Teach and model socially acceptable replacement behaviors by redirecting student behaviors in positive and pro-social ways
• Participate in prescribed in-service training
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Frequent: walking, standing, bending, sitting, hearing, talking, and seeing

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)

All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.

St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at St. Cloud School District 742 Title IX Information .

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