Big Woods Elementary Response Paraprofessional 2026-2027

Big Woods Elementary; Saint Michael (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Woods Elementary in Saint Michael, Minnesota, is seeking a Response Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves supporting students academically under certified staff supervision and providing recess supervision both inside and outside of class time.

The position is a part-time, 0.625 FTE (25 hours/week) with a 183-day contract, starting October 2, 2026. Compensation ranges $20.64–$21.12 per hour, with district benefits and potential full-time linkage opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and two years of post-secondary education or completion of a valid assessment identified by the district.
• Ability to work with staff to provide services to students in skill-deficient areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist students to achieve academically by assessing and remediating skills under supervision of certified staff.
• Supervise inside and outside recess as part of daily duties.

Skills

Staff collaboration

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

2+ years post-secondary education or assessment

Job description

Big Woods Elementary Response Paraprofessional 2026-2027

St. Michael-Albertville School District Big Woods Elementary - Saint Michael, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in St Michael-Albertville Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5921932
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 2, 2026

Job Description

About STMA Schools We are a district that serves over 6,700 students and employs more than 750 employees in a northwestern suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our district is comprised of one primary school for kindergarten students, three elementary schools for grades 1-4, two middle schools for grades 5-8, and one high school for grades 9-12.

Position Overview & Responsibilities

Responsible for working with students to be academically successful by assessing and remediating academic skills under the direction of certified professionals in individual or small group settings; maintain confidentiality of student and family information as required under FERPA. This position also will require outside and inside recess supervision each day. For more information, please see the job description for this position.

Start Date :October 2, 2026 Contract : 183 days Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8:00-1:00 (TBD)including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

FTE: 0.625 (25 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits

Starting Rate: $20.64-$21.12 per hour

Our benefits offerings include: Medical Coverage (including options for VEBA, HSA or FSA), Dental Coverage, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see the Benefits Summary for 25 to 29.99 hours per week for Support Staff for information.

This position may be combined with other benefits-eligible positions within the district to reach full-time benefits eligibility.

For more information, please see the Support Staff Master Agreement .

Requirements & Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and two years of post-secondary education or successful completion of a valid and reliable formal assessment as identified by the school district or State; ability to work with staff to provide services to students in skill deficient areas.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
St. Michael-Albertville School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws. STMA Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance. If any employee or applicant needs assistance with any aspect of the application or benefits process, please contact us and alternative formats will be made available upon request.

FMLA Notice: https://www.applitrack.com/pdfs/fmlaPoster2023.pdf .

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $20.64 to $21.12 Hourly Position
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jesse Peterson , Principal
• Big Woods Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]