Behavior Support Assistant for Student Explorers

Minnetonka Public Schools; Minnetrista (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools' Minnetonka Community Education is seeking an Explorers Behavior Assistant to support students with daily activities and behavior challenges. You will provide one-on-one support, supervise transitions, and collaborate with the lead teacher to ensure safe, engaging learning.

Shifts run after school at multiple elementary sites; base pay is $22.60 per hour with a $0.60 split-shift differential for split shifts. The assignment runs August 24, 2026 through June 8, 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with special needs or behavior challenges.
• Proven positive human relations skills with adults and students.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Initiative and proactive approach.
• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Punctual and responsible.
• Experience supporting student instruction in the classroom (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a student identified as having difficulty participating in daily activities.
• Assist with supervision during transitions, large and small group activities, and unstructured play.
• Model appropriate intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher and staff to ensure safety and success of all children.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Positive interpersonal skills

Teamwork ability

Initiative

Friendly and outgoing

Confidentiality

Punctuality and reliability

Classroom instruction support

Job description

Minnetonka Public Schools' Minnetonka Community Education is seeking an Explorers Behavior Assistant to support students with daily activities and behavior challenges. You will provide one-on-one support, supervise transitions, and collaborate with the lead teacher to ensure safe, engaging learning.

Shifts run after school at multiple elementary sites; base pay is $22.60 per hour with a $0.60 split-shift differential for split shifts. The assignment runs August 24, 2026 through June 8, 2027.